History of Biratnagar

The fertile land of Biratnagar (बिराटनगर), has a harmonious and powerful ancient history which indeed goes back to the very dawn of the human civilizations.

During the ages and civilizations, it remained a ground which gave birth to many great people who spread the messages of love, peace, brotherhood, and humanity throughout the length and breadth of the globe.

The region is believed to be a part of the kingdom of Virata, mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. In the ancient time the Kingdom of Virata, earlier as Gograha Bazaar which is now called Biratnagar recognized as one of the oldest city of Nepal. In Nepali “Birat” means huge and “Nagar” means a place or a city.

It is famous for industry, commerce, and agriculture in Nepal as most of the manufacturing industries are located in this region. It is currently the second most densely populated city (after Kathmandu).

Biratnagar has been the most politically powerful city of Nepal, gifting a subtotal of five prime ministers along with hosting some of the most revolutionary incidents in Nepal.

WordCamp Biratnagar 2018 Early Bird Tickets

ONLINE APPLICATION IS CLOSED !!!

Early Bird Ticket For WordCamp Biratnagar

Scroll down to fill the form. 

This is to announce that the early bird tickets to WordCamp Biratnagar 2018 have been extended.

Last date to buy Early Bird Ticket: 30 November, 2018

Ticket Price: Rs 1000/-

Lunch and some cool WordCamp swags are included with every ticket purchase, which probably makes WordCamp Biratnagar 2018 the best WordCamp in Nepal to happen to-date. Not to mention a full day of inspiring sessions from WordPress gurus and a chance to find like-minded people!

Please scroll down to the bottom to fill up the registration form.

If you’ve already registered and have not yet paid, you can make payments using the following options:

1. Online transfer via eSewa

Send your payment to:- merohappylife@gmail.com

Payment ID must provide in the below form.

2. Bank Transfer (Prabhu Bank)

Ganga Kafle

Prabhu Bank Pvt. Ltd

Dharan Branch

A/C No: 02201000198437000001

3. Cash Payments

After your payment has been confirmed, your name will be listed on the attendees’ page.

If you have any question, please feel free to call WordCamp Biratnagar organizer(9842407439, 9801110293).

4. Paypal 

Send your payment to:- kingshah823@hotmail.com
Amount: $10(USD)
Payment ID must provide in the below form.

Notice Regarding PAN/VAT Bills

In the past few weeks, we have been getting requests for PAN bill for the purchase of WordCamp Biratnagar tickets.
We regret to inform you that we cannot provide you the PAN bills. WordCamps are casual community events. It is run by local volunteers and the ticket prices you pay are not for generating profits. Instead, the surplus amounts are used for the next WordCamp, Meetups and WordPress Events in the country. That means, the volunteers and the organizers don’t receive any remuneration.
WordCamps are not run by a private company and therefore the PAN is not registered for WordCamp Biratnagar.
We thank you for your cooperation towards WordCamp Biratnagar 2018.

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NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. 

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Call for Speakers

Update: Call for Speakers has been closed for this WordCamp Biratnagar 2018.

Thank you all for the overwhelming response. For those who filled in, we will get back to you. For those, who were a little late to fill in we shall see you in WordCamp Biratnagar 2019.

We’re excited to announce WordCamp Biratnagar is officially accepting speaker applications for our event on December 22, 2018, in Biratnagar, Morang Nepal. It is first ever WordCamp going in Biratnagar and we are accepting your application from all around the World. Apply to speak.

WordCamp Biratnagar is a chance for WordPress enthusiasts from around the globe to share their ideas and knowledge. Wherever you are, don’t hesitate to apply for the speaker.

We’re looking to build a program packed with amazing presentations which reflects the incredible diversity of the WordPress community, and we want you to be a part of it!

If you are not from WordPress community and you feel something to share from this platform, you can also apply for the speakers.

You don’t need to be a pro speaker to apply. WordCamp Biratnagar encourages the first-time speaker and we will give you a great platform to speak first time in WordCamp.

Talk Details

  • Talks will be a total of 25 minutes but expect to leave about 5 minutes for Q&A.
  • Talks will be on Saturday, 22nd December 2018.
  • We plan to record all talks and post the videos to WordPress.tv. Speakers will need to sign an A/V release form prior to giving their presentation.
  • Speakers will be offered free admission to WordCamp Biratnagar and be invited to the Speaker Dinner, but will not be otherwise compensated.

Benefits of speaking on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal

  • It is a great opportunity to share your knowledge among web developers, designers, tech enthusiastic and WordPressers.
  • Speakers will be offered a free ticket of WordCamp Biratnagar.
  • Presentation video will be hosted on WordPress.Tv

NOTE: Speaker Application deadline – October 30th, 2018

Please fill out the form if you want to apply for the speaker.

Before submitting your speaker proposal, please log in to WordCamp.org using your WordPress.org account*.

If you don’t have an account, please create one.

* This is your account for the official WordPress.org website, rather than your personal WordPress site.










Call for Sponsors

Light up your business as a WordCamp sponsor!

WordCamp Biratnagar is first ever WordCamp going to be held on Biratnagar, Eastern Part of Nepal.

WordCamp Biratnagar 2018 will be here this December! What better way to reach the 250-plus marketing-centric, high-tech attendees than being a WordCamp Biratnagar sponsor?!

What is WordCamp Biratnagar?

WordCamp is the WordPress Foundation’s official conference for the WordPress website building platform.

There are more than 100 annual WordCamps held across the globe each year, where tens of thousands of software engineers, designers, webmasters and business marketers go to learn about web publishing. This is the first time in Biratnagar. It is an international program, where participants, speakers, and volunteers attend from all around the world.

The main objectives of these events are to bring together all WordPress lovers, provide them a networking platform, share their experiences and give back to the community. One of the main objectives of WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal is to bring out local talents and expose globally.

What is the WordPress platform?

For prospective sponsors who are less familiar with web tech, WordPress is an open-source software platform that powers 30 percent of all websites on the Internet. It currently holds a 60 percent market share on all newly published websites. If your company has a presence on the web, it is very likely using WordPress.

Why be a WordCamp Biratnagar Sponsor?

Being a sponsor for WordCamp Biratnagar gives you a unique opportunity to invest in the biggest Nepali WordPress community. The attendees are made up of web-savvy professionals who work in media, publishing, film, music, art, technology, education, healthcare, financial services, government officials etc. As a sponsor, you will get a chance to meet WordPress developers, designers, tech-savvy and community members and it will obviously help to speed up your business.

Fill out the form below and become a part of first ever WordCamp Biratnagar as a sponsor. 

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Platinum: Rs 60,000 (4 FILLED  )

Platinum sponsors are tremendous supporters of WordCamp Biratnagar. Platinum sponsors are the main supporters of the event and will be made visible in every way possible to showcase your brand.

Here are some details on how Platinum sponsors receive recognition:

  • Prominent, largest logo and link on official WordCamp Biratnagar website.
  • Large logo on the Banner as Platinum Supporter
  • Exclusive post on official WordCamp Biratnagar website that features your organization.
  • Large Table will be provided on the event space to do demos, answer questions, sales, and meet customers.
  • Opportunity to give away swag at your event table (registration corridor). In case you’re unable to attend, our volunteers will handle your stall.
  • Thank you tweets from official WordCamp Biratnagar Twitter account.
  • Acknowledgment and thanks during opening remarks and the State of The Word.
  • Up to 6 WordCamp Biratnagar tickets reserved exclusively for your company’s representatives.
  • Option to become an After Party Sponsor for an additional fee.
  • Highlight with logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides.
  • Large logo on schedules and all print materials.
  • 5 of your vacancy announcements (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 7 days on WordPress Biratnagar’s Facebook group for a year.
  • Video/blog post on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018’s official website.

Gold: Rs 40,000 (1 FILLED  2 SPOT AVAILABLE)

  • A logo and link on official WordCamp Biratnagar website.
  • Medium logo on the Banner as Gold Supporter.
  • Exclusive post on official WordCamp Biratnagar website that features your organization.
  • Large Table will be provided on the event space to do demos, answer questions, sales, and meet customers.
  • Opportunity to give away swag at your event table (registration corridor). In case you’re unable to attend, our volunteers will handle your stall.
  • Thank you tweets from official WordCamp Biratnagar Twitter account.
  • Acknowledgment and thanks during opening remarks and the State of The Word.
  • Up to 4 WordCamp Biratnagar tickets reserved exclusively for your company’s representatives.
  • Medium size logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides.
  • Medium Size logo on schedules and all print materials.
  • 4 of your vacancy announcements (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 7 days on WordPress Biratnagar’s Facebook group for a year.
  • Video/blog post on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018’s official website.

Silver: Rs 30,000 (3 FILLED  1 SPOT AVAILABLE)

  • A logo and link on official WordCamp Biratnagar website.
  • Small logo on the Banner as Silver Supporter.
  • Exclusive post on official WordCamp Biratnagar website that features your organization.
  • Small Table will be provided on the event space to do demos, answer questions, sales, and meet customers.
  • Opportunity to give away swag at your event table (registration corridor).
  • Thank you tweets from official WordCamp Biratnagar Twitter account.
  • Acknowledgment and thanks during opening remarks and the State of The Word.
  • Up to 2 WordCamp Biratnagar tickets reserved exclusively for your company’s representatives.
  • Small size logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides.
  • Small Size logo on schedules and all print materials.
  • 2 of your vacancy announcements (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 7 days on WordPress Biratnagar’s Facebook group for a year.
  • Video/blog post on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018’s official website.

Bronze: RS. 20,000/-(3 FILLED  1 SPOT AVAILABLE)

  • A logo and link on official WordCamp Biratnagar website.
  • Small logo on the Banner as Bronze Supporter.
  • Exclusive post on official WordCamp Biratnagar website that features your organization.
  • A small table will be provided to give away swags.
  • Opportunity to give away swag at your event table (registration corridor).
  • Thank you tweets from official WordCamp Biratnagar Twitter account.
  • Acknowledgment and thanks during opening remarks and the State of The Word.
  • Up to 1 WordCamp Biratnagar tickets reserved exclusively for your company’s representatives.
  • A logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides.
  • A logo on schedules and all print materials.
  • 1 of your vacancy announcements (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 7 days on WordPress Biratnagar’s Facebook group for a year.
  • Video/blog post on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018’s official website.

Micro RS. 10,000/- (10 FILLED )

This sponsorship level is geared towards individuals and small business that rely on WordPress to make their keep. Here’s how Micro  Sponsors will be acknowledged:

  • A logo on the WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal’s official website
  • Opportunity to give away swag at WordCamp Swag Store
  • Small-sized logo on the Banner as Micro Supporters
  • Small-sized logo on schedules and all print materials
  • Small-sized logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides
  • Acknowledgment and thanks in closing remarks
  • A thanking you for your sponsorship of WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018 on our social channels (Twitter and Facebook)
  • Vacancy announcement (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 3 days on WordPress Biratnagar Facebook group for a year.

After Party RS. 20,000/- (1 FILLED 2 SPOTS AVAILABLE)

  • A logo and link on official WordCamp Biratnagar website.
  • Small logo on the Banner as After Party Supporter.
  • Exclusive post on official WordCamp Biratnagar website that features your organization.
  • Opportunity to give away swag at your event table (registration corridor).
  • Thank you tweets from official WordCamp Biratnagar Twitter account.
  • Acknowledgment and thanks during opening remarks and the State of The Word.
  • Up to 1 WordCamp Biratnagar tickets reserved exclusively for your company’s representatives.
  • 1 of your vacancy announcements (related to WordPress) will be pinned on the top for 7 days on WordPress Biratnagar’s Facebook group for a year.
  • Video/blog post on WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018’s official website.
  • Can place your banner at the After Party venue.

In-Kind Sponsor  (1 FILLED 9 SPOTS AVAILABLE)

In this Sponsorship, you can donate goods or services rather than cash as their sponsorship. These goods/services will be distributed to the participants.

Your good or services will also have to feature a symbolic representation of WordCamp Biratnagar 2018.  You can use WordCamp Biratnagar Logo, Hashtag( #WCBRT18 ), WordCamp Biratnagar etc. You can ask us if you have any confusion.

Note: The number of goods or services donated should be at least 400.

Here’s how In-Kind Sponsors will be acknowledged:

  • A logo on the WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal’s official website
  • Small-sized logo on the Banner as In-Kind  Supporters
  • Small-sized logo on schedules and all print materials
  • Small-sized logo in the first/introductory page of all speakers’ slides
  • Acknowledgment and thanks in closing remarks
  • A thanking you for your sponsorship of WordCamp Biratnagar, Nepal 2018 on our social channels (Twitter and Facebook)

Please support this WordCamp by filling up the form below before the spots run out! We all appreciate your support to this community.









Call for Volunteers [CLOSED]

IMPORTANT: Call for Volunteers CLOSED!!

 We’ve received a HUGE response of applications for volunteers so we can’t accept any more applications for this year. You can still contribute by attending the event and grab the most of this event.

WordCamp Biratnagar wouldn’t exist without the help of volunteers! Everyone involved, including the organizers, are volunteer members helping to make WCBRT a success!

It takes a lot of work to make WordCamp Biratnagar happen, and we’d love it if you’d join us in making it great. We’re currently taking applications for volunteers.

WordCamps are completely volunteer-driven events and we need your precious help to make it a wonderful, accessible and welcoming event for everyone. By volunteering, you can be at the very center of this exciting event and learn about what goes into organizing a WordCamp!

As a volunteer, you get a wonderful opportunity to:

  • Get an inside look at how WordCamps work, right from the planning stage.
  • Free tickets for WordCamp Biratnagar.
  • Be a key part of the entire event.
  • Meet people sharing similar interests.
  • Immense networking opportunities.
  • Get introduced to better job prospects.
  • Attend an exclusive dinner.
  • Receive exclusive, volunteer-only swag.

Fill in the form below, and apply right away!

Application Deadline: September 30, 2018

Don’t forget, you must agree to the Code of Conduct and WordCamp Agreement before applying to volunteer.







Welcome to WordCamp Biratnagar

We’re very happy and excited to announce that WordCamp Biratnagar is officially on the calendar!

WordCamp Biratnagar will be held on December 15, 2018, at Hotel Shree Krishna, Biratnagar, Morang, Nepal.

Unfamiliar with WordCamps?

WordCamps are casual, non-profit, volunteer-run conferences that are local in nature and focus on connecting people who work in, use, or have a website built in WordPress. Topics can cover everything related to WordPress including things like blogging, coding, branding, and security.

Aside from session content, WordCamps also provide the opportunity to meet people working in a similar field and to ask any questions that you might have.

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