Annapurna Post: A Leading Nepali Daily Newspaper
Annapurna Post is a prominent Nepali-language daily broadsheet newspaper published from Kathmandu, Nepal. Established in 2002, it has grown to become one of the most influential print and digital media outlets in the country. The newspaper is owned by Annapurna Media Network (AMN), a major media conglomerate in Nepal.โDatanyze+1AMN Nepal+1Wikipedia+5The Annapurna Express+5Wikipedia+5
๐ฐ Overview and History
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Founded: May 3, 2002
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Language: Nepali
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Format: Broadsheet (Print & Online)
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Headquarters: Corporate Tower, Tinkune, Kathmandu
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Publisher: Captain Rameshwar Thapa
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Editor-in-Chief: Akhanda Bhandari
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News Editor: Shambhu KattelโThe Annapurna Express4imn+1adstartr.com+1AMN Nepal+4Wikipedia+4Wikipedia+4
Annapurna Post began its journey as a print newspaper and expanded its digital presence in 2013 with the launch of its online news portal, annapurnapost.com. By 2014, the online portal was among the top 10 most visited news websites in Nepal. โInstagram+6Wikipedia+6AMN Nepal+6
๐ Circulation and Readership
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Daily Circulation: Approximately 350,000 copies
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Estimated Readership: Around 500,000
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Market Share: Accounts for about 4โ7% of newspaper readership in Nepal, following Kantipur, which leads with over 50%. โadstartr.comWikipedia+1Media Landscapes+1
๐ข Ownership and Media Network
Annapurna Post is the flagship publication of Annapurna Media Network (AMN), a diversified media group in Nepal. AMN’s media portfolio includes:โWikipedia+5The Annapurna Express+5Annapurna Post+5
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The Annapurna Express: An English-language daily newspaper launched in 2017.
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AP1 HD: Nepal’s first HD television channel, launched in 2017.
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Radio Annapurna Nepal (94 MHz): A radio station launched in 2015.
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APON: A digital news app.
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Wave Magazine: An English-language monthly youth magazine. โWikipedia+1Wikipedia+1AMN NepalAnnapurna Post
Captain Rameshwar Thapa, a renowned flight captain and businessman, serves as the chairman of AMN. โThe Annapurna Express+3AMN Nepal+3Wikipedia+3
๐งญ Editorial Mission and Values
Annapurna Post upholds the following editorial principles:โ
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Championing democracy and national sovereignty.
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Serving as the voice of the voiceless.
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Maintaining objectivity in political, economic, and social reporting.
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Promoting responsible journalism with high ethical standards. โWikipedia+13Annapurna Post+13The Annapurna Express+13AMN Nepal
๐ Digital Presence
Annapurna Post maintains a strong digital footprint through:โ
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Website: annapurnapost.com
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E-Paper: epaper portal
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Mobile App: Available on both Android and iOS platforms.
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Social Media: Active on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. โWikipedia+5Annapurna Post+5Datanyze+5Annapurna Post+1Annapurna Post+1ApptopiaInstagram
๐ Recognition and Classification
In the 2073/2074 BS annual newspaper classification by Press Council Nepal, Annapurna Post was categorized in the ‘A’ category, the second-highest rank below ‘A+’. โWikipedia+1Apptopia+1
๐ Notable Initiatives
Annapurna Post has been involved in various initiatives, including:โ
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ApEx Pioneers: An event honoring individuals for their contributions to society.
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ApEx Series: In-depth reporting on topics like climate change, NEPSE, and domestic violence.โWikipedia
๐ Contact Information
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Address: Corporate Tower, Tinkune, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Phone: +977-1-4482305
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Email: [emailย protected]