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eSewa Money Transfer has organized a formal celebration program for the bumper prize winner, Purna Bahadur Shrestha, who won a 2.5-storied house as a part of Mero Digital Desh campaign. The program was conducted at the Lulu branch in Sharjah. UAE-based Relationship Manager, eSewa Money Transfer, Ishor Adhikari, Congratulated Shrestha and officially invited him to receive the bumper prize amid a program. Shrestha, residing in UAE from the past eight years and working as a driver, was selected as the bumper prize winner on 26 May 2023 during a live telecasted event in Kathmandu. He had sent money from UAE via Lulu exchange through eSewa Money Transfer to the bank account of his sister in Nepal. The Mero Digital Desh campaign was initiated by eSewa Money Transfer eight months ago on 23 Sept 2022, with a motive to promote formal remittances backed by the seamless digital medium. 

Save the Children Nepal has launched an initiative to raise awareness about the severe consequences of air pollution and the climate crisis on children’s lives. Introducing ‘Saathi’-the ‘Air Bear’ as the campaign’s mascot, the organization aims to make a significant impact through its flagship child and youth-led campaign, ‘Generation Hope’.  Unveiled on Earth Day, 22 April 2023, Saathi will embark on a nationwide journey, collaborating with young climate change champions, government officials, policymakers, and influencers to address the escalating climate crisis and deteriorating air quality in Nepal. Standing at an impressive four-meter height, Saathi recently concluded its visit to Karnali Province. During this visit, Saathi, accompanied by young climate activists, engaged in meaningful discussions with the Mayor of Birendranagar and other influential stakeholders. The focus was on raising awareness about the detrimental effects of air pollution and advocating for concrete actions to protect the rights and future of children through informed decision-making on climate-related issues. Ashmita, a 14-year-old climate activist, emphasized the gravity of air pollution, stating, “Imagine breathing such toxic air, imagine how this air will darken our future.” She further emphasized the need for collective responsibility by remarking, “As Saathi’s fur grows darker, it will compel us to reflect on the consequences of our negligence.” Young climate activists like Ashmita join Saathi on its journey, actively participating in discussions to find collaborative solutions to combat air pollution and climate change. Saathi’s travels across the country serve as a poignant reminder of the hazards of air pollution, while also underscoring the importance of empowering children and young people as leaders in climate justice conversations. By encouraging duty bearers and influential stakeholders to listen and engage with them, Saathi aims to secure a brighter future for the next generation.  Ayush Joshi, the Director for Advocacy, Campaigns, and Media at Save the Children, believes, “Saathi is a powerful catalyst that instills hope and ignites determination in children and young people. Together, they form a united front, advocating against the adversities of climate change and holding those responsible accountable for securing a sustainable future for children in Nepal.” Joshi expressed optimism, stating, “We are hopeful that Saathi will ignite a nationwide movement alongside young climate activists, raising awareness about the urgent climate crisis and its devastating impact on children and their future.” Through Saathi’s journey and the collaboration with passionate climate activists, Save the Children Nepal aims to galvanize a transformative movement that empowers young voices and drives meaningful change. By addressing air pollution and the climate crisis head-on, forging a path toward a safer and brighter future for the children of Nepal.

The program ‘Education for All-02’, organized by Trinity Alumni Association Nepal (TrAAN), has been successfully completed. TrAAN conducted a social program targeted to the distribution of educational materials in various schools and to students in difficult areas of Nepal. Similarly, this year TrAAN distributed educational materials to Simigaun Primary School in Gaurishankar Rural Municipality-9, Simigaun, and Gaurishankar Higher Secondary School in Bigu Rural Municipality-1, Jagat.  The organization distributed educational materials to 346 students from Playgroup level to Class 10 at Gaurishankar Higher Secondary School. TrAAN provided students with bags, copies, pencils, and other educational materials. TrAAN also distributed various educational and sports materials to 30 students from playgroup level of Class 5 at Simigau Primary School. Besides these, the organization also provided two computers to the school.

Kathmandu: Ravi M Singh, an avid cyclist and columnist of The Annapurna Express, completed the formidable Annapurna Circuit on his mountain bike. To date, he is the only senior Nepali cyclist to have accomplished the circuit at age 70.