The “NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025,” organized by the Nepal Automobile Importers and Manufacturers Association (NAIMA), is set to take place from August 6 to 10 at Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Grounds, Kathmandu. The official announcement was made at a press conference held on Monday at Sur-Sudha Hall of Soaltee Hotel. The event was hosted by NAIMA Executive Director Raj Kumar Dulal, with opening remarks by Auto Expo Committee member Gaurav Sarada, who highlighted the goals, unique features, and vision of the expo while thanking the media, sponsors, and partners for their support.

Auto Expo Committee Head Shirish Kumar Murarka shared that over 50 auto brands will participate in the event, which will feature the launch of 35 new vehicles—15 two-wheelers, 15 four-wheelers, and 5 commercial vehicles—alongside cutting-edge technologies and next-generation mobility solutions. The venue has been upgraded with improved drainage systems and disability-friendly infrastructure to enhance visitor experience. Major sponsors include Everest Bank Limited and National Insurance Company Limited, whose representatives expressed their commitment to advancing sustainable and tech-friendly transportation systems in Nepal.

Additional partners include Khalti by IME (ticketing partner), Mountain Dew (beverage partner), Himalayan Java (brewing partner), Pathao (ride partner), HIK Vision (surveillance partner), WorldLink (connectivity partner), Frontline Hospital (medical partner), Ncell (telecom partner), Media Space Solutions (event manager), and Soaltee Hotel (hospitality partner). Special visitor services will include up to 30% ride discounts from Pathao and round-the-clock ambulance and medical support from Frontline Hospital.

NAIMA has also announced a social media contest where the best video content related to the expo, uploaded by August 6, will win a cash prize of NPR 100,000. Additionally, 10 other top videos posted between August 6–10 will be awarded NPR 10,000 each. Furthermore, 5% of ticket sales will be allocated to fund scholarships and research fellowships in the mobility sector, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT).

Each day of the five-day expo will feature expert panels and discussion sessions. On the first day, Anil Keshari Shah will lead a special session titled “Mobility – Hijo, Aaja, ra Bholi” from 2 PM to 5 PM. Subsequent sessions will include participation from national and international institutions such as Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, National Planning Commission, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Education, and India’s Institute of Road Traffic Education.

NAIMA President Ritu Singh Vaidya concluded the press conference by thanking all stakeholders and expressing confidence that the 2025 Mobility Expo will become Nepal’s largest and most impactful automobile event, promoting smart mobility and innovation in the country's transportation sector.