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US Ambassador to Nepal Dean R Thompson today paid a farewell call on President Ram Chandra Paudel. 

During the meeting held at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas, the two discussed matters relating to the Nepal-US ties, mutual interests and concerns, according to the Office of the President. 

Thompson has served as the US Ambassador to Nepal since October, 2022. 

President Ram Chandra Paudel has highlighted the role of the Tamu Lhosar festival in strengthening tolerance and unity among Nepali citizens.

In his message of best wishes on the occasion of Tamu Lhosar, the main festival of the Gurung community today, the President extended his wishes for peace, happiness, progress, and good health to all Nepali sisters and brothers living both at home and abroad.

The Head of the State expressed confidence that the festival, which is closely linked to the ancient calendar and traditional lifestyle of the Gurung community, would further promote ethnic harmony, respect for diversity, and national unity in Nepal’s multicultural society marked by diversities in caste, language, and culture. 

He added that Tamu Lhosar helps foster mutual tolerance and stronger bonds among all Nepali people.

Stating that the Gurung community, traditionally residents of the mountains and high hills, celebrates Tamu Lhosar as the beginning of the New Year, President Paudel said he hoped the festival would inspire everyone to work together with trust and unity to achieve economic, social, and cultural prosperity, and to move forward on the path of progress.

President Ram Chandra Paudel has extended best wishes on the occasion of Christmas, a festival of Christian community, today. 

He wished the festival inspired everyone to foster peace, love and harmony among Nepalis.

The festival would help strengthen a national unity in Nepal which is a country of diversity, the Head of State said, adding that the festival like Christmas also fosters cultural identity and religious faith. 

Tolerance lies in the community with diverse faiths, he reminded.

The Christian people celebrate Christmas (December 25) amid fanfare every year. 

Various sorts of programs are also organized to observe the Christ Day in Nepal, the President stated in the message.

Prime Minister Sushila Karki, and top guns of three major political parties jointly called on President Ram Chandra Paudel today.

PM Karki, Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba, CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli and Nepali Communist Party Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal are holding the meeting with the Head of the State, according to the President's secretariat.

It is the first time that the top leaders and PM Karki held a joint meeting with the President after the September 8-9 Gen Z movement.

They are discussing the current political situation including the March 5 election.

Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song paid a farewell call on President Ram Chandra Paudel today.

During the meeting held at Sheetal Niwas, they discussed the matters of Nepal-China relations and mutual welfare and interest, according to the Office of the President. 

President Paudel thanked Ambassador Chen for successfully completing his term.

President Ram Chandra Paudel has issued the House of Representatives (HoR) Member Election (First Amendment) Ordinance 2082 today. 

President Paudel issued the ordinance at the recommendation of the Council of Ministers in accordance with the Article 114 (1) of the Constitution, informed the Spokesperson of the President's Office, Pradeep Kumar Koirala. 

President Ram Chandra Paudel has unveiled the mascot of the 13th edition of Kinder Olympic Program today.

At a special program organized at the Office of the President-Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel also handed over the Olympic torch to Binod Shrestha, Chairperson of the Nepal Student Sports Federation.

The 13th Kinder Olympic Programme is taking place from December 27 to 30 at Dasharath Stadium at Tripureshwor, Kathmandu.

The Federation and NSSF Kinder Olympic Committee are jointly organizing the sport events where students from pre-school and primary school will compete in 12 different games.

President Ram Chandra Paudel has called on all sides concerned to devote themselves to nation building by internalizing the mandate given by the citizens. 

He stressed the need for leadership with renewed thinking, style, plans, dedication, energy, conduct, and integrity to fulfill that mandate.

Addressing a program organized on the occasion of the 31st Kathmandu Metropolis Day in the federal capital today, the Head of State said, “It is our responsibility to hand over a prosperous nation to future generations by addressing the needs of the present time. I believe we should not deviate from fulfilling our responsibilities.”

“It is necessary for us to cultivate the feeling that politics is neither a profession nor a business; rather, it is the noblest means of social service,” the President said, adding that this is precisely what the Nepali people expect at this moment. “The same sentiment was also expressed through the recent movement of the younger generation,” he added.

Stating that seeking the people’s mandate to find solutions to the nation’s existing problems is the supreme method in a democracy, the President called on all to move forward by making the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives a success.

“The House of Representatives elections will be held on March 5 to address the aspirations of the youth for change,” Paudel reminded. “Let us move ahead by making it a success and engage in building a prosperous Nepal along with the establishment of social justice and good governance.”

The President applauded Kathmandu Metropolitan City for its innovative achievements in economic, social, and physical development efforts as well as urban management.

“I believe that the services, facilities, and programs delivered to service seekers and beneficiaries have validated the meaningful role played by youth leadership and energetic elected representatives in the metropolitan city,” President Paudel said.

He praised the local government for setting examples in urban management, river and water systems, promotion of greenery, conservation of natural heritage, restoration of temples, monasteries, ponds, lakes, stone spouts, and physical heritage, as well as in efforts toward integrated urban development.

The President added that the Kathmandu Metropolitan City has ensured its services are citizen-friendly, accountable, transparent, and service-oriented through the maximum use of information and communication technology, the operation of a single service center, and the prioritization of a grievance-management system. “This has sent a message to the public that the level of government closest to their doorstep is capable of effective local governance,” he said.

Stating that not only the policies, plans, actions, and programs implemented by the metropolitan city but also its experiences and lessons learned would serve as examples for other local levels, the President expressed his belief that the local government will continue striving to come up with the best possible policies, programmes, and plans.

He also said that for the prosperity of the capital city, the policies, programs, and plans formulated by the metropolitan municipality require support and cooperation of all bodies, including the federal and provincial governments, for effective implementation.

The President expressed confidence that Kathmandu Metropolitan City will be able to deliver more effectively in the days ahead in addressing the needs, aspirations, and dreams of its residents.

Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, Chief Justice Prakash Man Singh Raut, Speaker Devraj Ghimire, and National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal were also present at the event.

On the occasion, the President honoured individuals with outstanding contributions in various fields, while the Vice President awarded local representatives for their best performances in their respective areas.

President Ram Chandra  Paudel has suggested that the government should entirely focus on holding the forthcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5.  

Receiving the annual report of the National Security Council of the fiscal year 2081/82 BS at the Office of the President on Sunday, the President asked the government to discharge its responsibility without impacting the upcoming polls, President's Press Advisor Kiran Pokharel said.

On the occasion, the President directed the security bodies including the Nepal Army to pay much attention to security issues being more prompt than before.

Likewise, President Paudel expressed confidence that the National Security Council will work further effectively in coming days by analyzing the possible new security threats.  

Prime Minister and Chair of National Security Council Sushila Karki submitted the report to the President, it has been  said.  

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has presented the Annual Report 2024/25 to President Ram Chandra Paudel.

NHRC Chairman Tap Bahadur Magar submitted the Annual Report to the President amid a program organized at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas, today.

The report has been presented before the Head of State in accordance with the provision that the Commission must submit an annual report to the President as per Article 294 of the Constitution of Nepal, the Office of the President stated.

President Ram Chandra Paudel has underscored the need for including people with disabilities (PWD) in all state mechanisms. 

Effective enforcement of legal and constitutional provisions on PWD's rights is imperative, the President reminded.

In a message given on the occasion of the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities today, the Head of State extended best wishes to all Nepali sisters and brothers living in the country and abroad. 

The PWD must be included in all state entitlements and opportunities of education, health and employment with due recognition, Paudel added.

President Paudel reminded, "Nepal's constitution has guaranteed rights to dignified life to the people living with disabilities and their access to public services. 

The national charter has also expected an equal, prosperous and just society based on the principles of proportional inclusion and participation. So, all sorts of discrimination against PWD must be eliminated."

He further reminded the urgency of creating PWD-friendly infrastructures to ease their access to office, schools, public vehicles, road, park, temples and private buildings. Equally important is ditching negative perspectives toward PWD and continuing advocacy for inclusion, equality and rights to such people.

Creation of a favourable atmosphere for PWD requires all sides' efforts- government, households, society and organizations.

The Day has been observed every year since 1992 at the initiative of the United Nations for the protection and promotion of the rights of people living with disabilities. The theme for this year is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”

President Ram Chandra Paudel has nodded to Cabinet decision and Prime Minister's recommendation to mobilize Nepali Army for the election to the House of Representatives scheduled for coming March 5.

President Paudel endorsed the government's decision of mobilizing NA in the HoR election in order to strengthen election security, reads a press release issued on Thursday by Spokesperson at the Office of the President, Pradeep Kumar Koirala. 

Prime Minister Sushila Karki had recommended to the President for it as per Cabinet decision held on November 24, the statement added.  

Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Nepal, Saad Nasser Abdullah Abu Haimed, paid a farewell call on President Ram Chandra Paudel at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas today.

During the meeting, they discussed various issues concerning the relationship between Nepal and Saudi Arabia as well as mutual interests and concerns, according to the Office of the President.

President Paudel thanked the Saudi ambassador for successfully completing his tenure.

President Ram Chandra Paudel has issued the Nepal Special Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2082.

President Paudel issued the ordinance at the recommendation of Cabinet in accordance with Article 114 (1) of the Constitution, reads a press release issued today by the Office of the President.

President Ram Chandra Paudel returned home from Qatar on Thursday after attending the 'Second World Summit for Social Development' held in Doha, Qatar. The event commenced on Tuesday. 

Vice President Ramsahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal, Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai, the Qatari Ambassador to Nepal, and the chiefs of security agencies received the Head of the State  at the Tribhuvan International Airport.

On the occasion, a contingent of Nepali Army accorded a guard of honour to President Paudel. 

Paudel departed for Doha on Monday at the invitation of Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, leading a Nepali delegation along with First Lady Sabita Paudel.

The President addressed the main session of the 'Second World Summit for Social Development' held in Doha as per the UN General Assembly's decision.

He also addressed a high-level roundtable conference focused on enhancing the three pillars of social development: poverty alleviation, productive employment and decent work for all, and social inclusion. 

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres paid a courtesy call on President Paudel during his stay in Qatar.

Paudel also visited the Qatar National Museum on Wednesday.

President Ram Chandra Paudel is returning home this afternoon after participating in the Second World Summit for Social Development held in Doha, the capital of Qatar.

During the visit, President Paudel addressed the main session of the Summit last Tuesday. 

He also addressed the high-level roundtable conference on strengthening the three pillars of social development: poverty eradication, full and productive employment and decent work for all, and social inclusion organized during the summit.

President Paudel had reached Doha on Monday, leading a Nepali delegation to participate in the World Summit that began on Tuesday. 

President Paudel was invited by the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to participate in the World Summit.