Introduction

SHERPA KIDUK SANKHUWASAVA

On the initiatives of Sherpas arriving in Kathmandu from the mountainous district in eastern Nepal,
Sankhuwasava, the Organisation was on -- formally registered at the Kathmandu District Administration as a non-government organisation. The registration number of the Organisation registered under thename of 'Sherpa Kiduk Sankhuwasava' is 300. Since its registration, it has given continuity to the operation of various activities aim to protect and promote the Sherpa language, art, culture, customs and tradition.The Organisation has been established as one of the leading organisations working for social causes not only being limited to the issues of Sherpa people only.Sankhuwasava, part of Province 5 in the federal set-up, consists of 10 local levels –five rural
municipalities and five municipalities. It has thick Sherpa population.Sherpa people have their quantitative and qualitative presence at every local level.

Sherpas from Sankhuwasava successful in gradually achieving social, political and educational status have started having their equal representation at tourism, mountaineering, government and non-government sectors.They arriving the Capital not only seeking opportunities but also hoping for supporting the endevaours meant for the development of State are working together being united through the ' Sankhuwasava Kiduk. The organisations provides all possible support, help and assistance to the district people and nationwide at times of crisis and emergency.The Organisation is moving ahead with new visions, new energy and plans by making corrections of weaknesses of the past .The main objective of the Organisation is to protect and promote convention custom and culture by uniting the society and the nation and treading towards the path of development. The Executive Committees in the past remained continuously active and did their best to take the Organisation to a new height. We hope to and confident of getting your feedback/suggestions and support and cooperation in every step of the Organisation.