I haven't met him personally and worked with him like you did Hari but I have read a lot about his Wi-Fi projects, how he started the education foundation in Nwagi (correct me if I am wrong), etc. He already got some high rated awards. He will get more recognition for his great vision if he continues to progress. check this out:

http://www.himanchal.org/school-mahabir-pun.html

http://www.nepalwireless.net/people.php