Dhurba Gnawali
Creating Inclusive Technology. Driving Digital Transformation. Mentoring Future Innovators.
Short Intro
I am Dhurba Gnawali (ध्रुब ज्ञवाली) – an AI & Digital Governance Consultant and IT entrepreneur with 20+ years of global experience in data systems, civic technology, and digital transformation. I have designed and implemented large-scale, complex digital solutions across enterprise and cross-sector environments worldwide.
My work spans industry leadership, consultancy, product development, and applied research, with strong exposure to international enterprise ecosystems. I have collaborated with global clients as a Top-Rated Developer on Upwork and other platforms.
Alongside industry practice, I am engaged in academia and knowledge work, focused on building inclusive, transparent, and locally relevant digital ecosystems, especially in Global South contexts. My interests include civic technology, data systems, AI-enabled platforms, AI localization, and digital sovereignty, with an academic lens on how emerging technologies reshape governance and society. More info
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Projects I’m Proud Of
Linux Localization (in Nepali Language) – 2003
I was involved in one of the earliest Nepali Localization projects using Unicode (probably first time), contributing to Nepali language support in open-source environments at a time when Unicode adoption in Nepal was still emerging.
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First Nepali Braille Converter (Digital Accessibility Innovation) – 2004
I developed one of Nepal’s first Nepali Text-to-Braille conversion systems, aimed at improving accessibility for visually impaired communities and students. My motto is technology must be inclusive and socially impactful. This system supporting inclusive education and digital access that promoting assistive technology innovation in Nepal. Ref Link
Nepali Text-to-Speech – 2008
In 2008, I worked on early-stage Nepali Text-to-Speech (TTS) research and implementation — during a period when speech synthesis in Nepali language was still in experimental stages globally. This project represents early innovation in Nepali AI and speech technology — long before AI-driven speech tools became mainstream. Ref Link
Early Innovation in Chatbot Technology (2009)
In 2009, I initiated AnyTimeReply.com, an early chatbot platform designed to provide automated responses and interactive communication.
This experience helped shape my long-term interest in AI, automation, and user-centric digital solutions.
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In Numbers
300+ Projects
23+ Years in IT
20+ Years in IT Outsourcing
Portfolio
- 100% Job Success
- 20 Years+
- 5 out of 5 stars
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My Activities
My Activities
Delivering training / workshop on Freelancing, SEO and Digital Marketing for USAID Nepal staffs
Dharmeshwor Cooperative
During Electoral Reform Tracking System
Omniuse Platform Launch
अपांगता भएका विद्यालयहरुको शिक्षण सिकाइमा प्रविधिको सहयोग सम्बन्धि प्रस्तुती
Speaker – Career Opportunities on Web
Speaker – Virtual IT Career Conclave
Field Visit
At Udhyami Seed Camp
Accessible e-book launching program
With New Summit College Students
As a Guest Lecturer
As a Panelist at Techtrix
Internet Security Training for IT Officers
Providing Database Management Training
Providing IT Security Training
Internet Security Training
IT Security Awareness Talk for Executives
At Surge Bangalore, India
Seminar and Training program on Accessible Publishing
Nepali Text-to-Speech system Launch
Participant IT conference
Developed Nepali script to Braille Script converter
Contributed on Linux Operating System localization project
Developed FromNepal.com portal
