The 17th Rotary District 3292 Conference

March 24, 2025
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17th Rotary District 3292 Conference: "Magical Moments, Lasting Impact"
March 21–23, 2025 | Lalitpur, Nepal

  • 1,221 Participants from 157 Rotary Clubs
  • Awards & Recognitions, including vocational, cultural, and leadership honors
  • 550+ Early Registrations for the 2026 Conference in Pokhara

Key Highlights
🌟 Leadership & Awards

  • Khetipati Organics received the NPR 2 million Gopal Kamala Rajbhandari Award for agricultural innovation.
  • Ms. Neeharika Shrestha (Project Neeharika) and Rtn. Manju Karki Lamichhane honored for literacy and education efforts.
  • Historic ElectionDr. Ishwori Prasad Dhakal (Rotary Club of Bharatpur) elected as 2027–28 District Governor via Nepal-Bhutan’s first-ever democratic vote by 149 clubs.

💡 Insightful Sessions

  • Focused on membership growth, climate action, youth engagement, and women’s leadership.
  • Experts discussed Rotary’s role in sustainability, peacebuilding, and public image.

🎭 Cultural Extravaganza

  • Traditional Ramp Walk: 11 Rotarian couples showcased Nepal’s ethnic diversity in Gurung, Sherpa, Newari, and Tharu attire.
  • Live Concerts: Sabin Rai, Jugal and The Co-Pilots, and Prakash and The Revelations energized attendees.
  • Talent Show: Won by Rtn. Uday Kumar Shrestha (Rotary Club of Chitwan).

Looking Ahead

  • 18th District Conference: February 19–21, 2026, in Pokhara.
  • Flag Handover: Rtn. Madhusudan Acharya passed the baton to Rtn. Laxmi Thapa Giri (Pokhara Fishtail Club Chair).

Join Us in Pokhara!
"Where service meets the Himalayas" – Be part of Rotary’s next chapter in Nepal.

Sponsors:

This conference was made possible by the generous support of key sponsors, including:

Nepal Investment Mega Bank

Siddhartha Bank

Mahalaxmi Bikash Bank Ltd.

Everest Bank Limited

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