The Nepal Film Directors Society has honored Annapurna Media Network General Manager Manoj Basnet for playing an unparalleled role in promoting the Nepali film industry by being active in the media sector.

Basnet was honored on the occasion of the society's silver jubilee celebration and 17th annual general meeting.

Society’s Chairman Janakdip Parajuli handed over the certificate of honor to Basnet.

“His service and contribution to the society by being active in the media sector for more than two decades is laudable,” Nepal Film Directors Society Chairman Parajuli said, adding, “Not only that, the role he played in promoting the Nepali film industry by leading the media house is commendable.”

The certificate of honor was signed by Minister for Forest and Environment Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri, Society Chairman Parajuli, and General Secretary Arun Kumar Pradhan.