Himalayan Lions Club District 33K Pledges Donation of 2000 Dollars to Nepal Flood Relief
15th September 2026, Kathmandu
The Himalayan Lions Club of District 33K in Massachusetts, USA, has announced a financial contribution of 2,000 US dollars to support individuals and families affected by recent devastating floods and landslides in Nepal.
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The announcement was made during a solemn condolence and candle lighting ceremony held at Norwood Town Common in Massachusetts. The gathering brought together members of the local Nepali community and American officials to express solidarity with Nepal during a period of severe natural disaster losses.
Financial Support Directed to Prime Minister Relief Fund
During the ceremony, Himalayan Lions Club President Thaniratna Kandel confirmed that the organization will donate 2,000 US dollars directly to the Prime Minister Relief Fund of the Government of Nepal.
The fund consists of contributions collected directly from members of the Himalayan Lions Club along with supplementary organizational financial backing. The financial assistance aims to support official government relief, emergency rescue operations, and rehabilitation efforts for disaster stricken communities in Nepal.
Condolence and Candle Lighting Ceremony in Norwood Massachusetts
The condolence program served as a platform for the Nepali diaspora living in Massachusetts to express emotional connection, grief, and solidarity with their homeland. Participants lit candles, observed moments of silence for those who lost their lives in the floods and landslides, and extended sympathy to bereaved families.
Attendees offered prayers for the rapid rescue of affected individuals and for effective rehabilitation across disaster impacted regions. President Thaniratna Kandel initiated the candle lighting ceremony while reaffirming the club commitment to humanitarian assistance during crises.
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Participation of Lions Club Dignitaries and Community Leaders
The event saw participation from prominent Lions Club officials, local administration representatives, and leaders of various Nepali community organizations across Massachusetts.
Key attendees included:
- District Governor Christine
- District Dignitaries Steven and Dr. Usha Sharma
- Former District Governor Matthew
- Norwood Town Manager Tony
- PABFON Founding President Bishnumani Acharya
- PABFON Outgoing President Virochan Nepal
- Boston MetroWest Nepali Community President Suresh Dhakal
- BDA Massachusetts State Committee President Ram Thapa
- Creative Women Group President Sanu Barma
- Himalayan Lions Club Vice President Vijay Sharma
Members of the Himalayan Lions Club Board of Directors and local residents also joined the gathering to pay tribute to the victims.
Diaspora Engagement and Overseas Disaster Relief Support
The initiative highlights the active role played by non resident Nepali communities during national emergencies. Natural disasters generate urgent needs for emergency food, medical care, temporary shelter, and long term infrastructure rebuilding.
By channeling funds through the Prime Minister Relief Fund and organizing public solidarity events overseas, organizations like the Himalayan Lions Club of District 33K assist in raising awareness and gathering financial resources to support recovery efforts in Nepal.
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