Everest climber Lakpa Rita Sherpa donates Rs 2.08 million for disaster relief

Summary

Renowned mountaineer Lakpa Rita Sherpa has donated Rs 2,082,850 to the Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund to help people affected by recent natural disasters. The contribution was made through the Khangri Experience Foundation and handed over to Tourism Minister Khadak Raj Paudel in Kathmandu.

Key Points
  • Lakpa Rita Sherpa donated Rs 2,082,850 to the Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund for disaster-affected people.
  • The donation was made through the Khangri Experience Foundation and handed over to Tourism Minister Khadak Raj Paudel.
  • Tourism Secretary Mukunda Prasad Niraula, Department of Tourism Director General Ram Krishna Lamichhane and other officials were present at the handover.
  • Lawmaker Mingma Gyabu Sherpa praised the contribution as an example of social responsibility and solidarity.
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