Introduction
The Rotary Club of Mahabouddha, named after the iconic cultural heritage site in Lalitpur, Nepal, was established on February 12, 2003, and officially chartered on June 25, 2003. Under the leadership of late Charter President Kedar Bahadur Amatya, along with 24 founding members, the club quickly became an active participant in Rotary’s mission of service and fellowship. Rotarian Gyanu Raja Shakya was appointed as the Governor's Special Representative (GSR) by District Governor Amitabh Mookerjee of District 3290 to guide the formation of the club. The establishment process was further supported by Past District Governors late Tirtha Man Shakya, Dilendra Raj Shrestha, and Rotarians Siba Bhakta Rajbhandary and Yagya Bahadur Shrestha from the sponsoring Rotary Club of Patan.
The Rotary Club of Mahabouddha began its activities immediately after its formation, even before being officially chartered, demonstrating its commitment to community service. At the time, Nepal was striving to create its own Rotary District, District 3292, which required a minimum of 60 clubs. As the 51st club in Nepal, RC Mahabouddha played a significant role in achieving this milestone. Previously, Nepalese Rotary clubs were part of District 3290, which included clubs from Kolkata, India. Since its establishment, RC Mahabouddha has continued to uphold the core values of Rotary International, actively engaging in service projects that bring meaningful change to the community. Its legacy as a cornerstone of service in Lalitpur reflects its dedication to fostering leadership, fellowship, and impactful community initiatives.
Key Milestones
- First meetings were held even before chartering, reflecting the commitment of our founding members.
- Pioneered local and international projects focused on community development.
Mission
The mission of the Rotary Club, as aligned with Rotary International, is:
" To uplift community by providing humanitarism services, promoting integrity,
and fostering goodwill and peace worldwide."
Vision
The vision of Rotary Club aligns with Rotary International's overarching vision: " To be a leader in creating sustainable solutions for the challenges faced by our community and beyound."
Leadership
Our club is driven by dedicated individuals who exemplify leadership and commitment to service. Highlight the profiles of the current President, Secretary, Treasurer, and other key members, along with their responsibilities.
