USA-Nepal Humanitarian Service Award Ceremony

The 35th anniversary of the USA-Nepal Humanitarian Service Award Ceremony was celebrated at St. Xavier’s School in Jawalakhel. The event was organized by RID 3292 & RID 7475 and hosted by RC Patan Heritage, RC Mahabouddha, RC Rudramati, RC Patan, RC Yala, RAC Patan Heritage, RAC Rudramati, and RAC Yala.

•Chief Guest: Michael J. Harkar, Public Affairs Chief, U.S. Embassy
•Program Chair: PDG RID 7475 Rtn. Dr. Tulsi Maharjan
•Special Guests: Mayor of Lalitpur Metropolitan City, Mr. Chiribabu Maharjan, and DG RID 3292 Rtn. Rajendra Man Serchan
This prestigious event honored outstanding individuals for their contributions to society:
•Dr. Rohit Ranjitkar – Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust
•Mayor Chiri Babu Maharjan – Leader of Lalitpur
•Past District Governor Jaya RL Shah
•Ms. Narayan Devi Pradhan – Classical Performer
•Rtn. Shiva Bhakta Rajbhandary
The celebration concluded with a fellowship dinner featuring the traditional Newa Bhoe cuisine.

On March 18, 2025, proceeds from the 35th anniversary of the Humanitarian Award Ceremony, totaling Rs. 501,000, were donated to the Bhaidega Temple Renovation Committee in support of the temple’s restoration.