Aakar Foundation Honors Artists with Disabilities in Lalitpur: Celebrating Creativity and Inclusion
8th February 2026, Kathmandu
Aakar Foundation organized a special appreciation and reward distribution event today at Lalitpur Metropolitan City to honor people with disabilities whose paintings were successfully sold during an art exhibition.
Aakar Foundation Honors Artists Disabilities
The event celebrated the creativity, effort, and achievements of the participating artists, recognizing their talent and contribution to inclusive art.
During the program, selected artists were awarded with cheques corresponding to the amount their paintings were sold for. Along with the financial support, letters of appreciation were also handed over to each participant as a mark of respect and encouragement.
The awards were presented by Dev Prasad Guragain, Information Officer at Lalitpur Metropolitan City, who appreciated the artists for their originality, dedication, and artistic expression.
Along with the artists, volunteers who supported the initiative were also recognized and awarded certificates in appreciation of their valuable contribution to the success of the program.
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The event reflected the shared commitment of Aakar Foundation and Lalitpur Metropolitan City to empower persons with disabilities through meaningful opportunities.
The participants were warmly acknowledged not only for their artistic skills but also for their confidence and determination in expressing themselves through art. The atmosphere of the event was filled with pride, joy, and motivation, as the artists were publicly recognized for their work.
Speaking at the event, representatives from Aakar Foundation highlighted the importance of inclusive platforms that allow artists with disabilities to showcase their talent and gain economic benefits from their creativity.
They emphasized that such initiatives help build self-esteem, promote social inclusion, and encourage wider community participation.
The collaboration between the metropolitan city and Aakar Foundation continues to create spaces where persons with disabilities are valued for their abilities and contributions.
