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Please help us support impoverished Gurkha veterans, their families and communities in Nepal. Today, The Gurkha Welfare Trust works in both Nepal and the UK.

The focus of its work is caring for the elderly Gurkha soldiers and their widows in Nepal who are dependent on the Trust for a secure old age. It provides a monthly Welfare Pension, a winter fuel allowance and emergency hardship grants. It also looks after all their medical needs, from GP care to long-term hospital treatment. For those unable to live independently, the Trust offers residential car

e. The Trust also delivers vital community aid to rural villages in Nepal, installing clean water systems and sanitation, running mobile medical camps and building and refurbishing schools. In the UK, the Trust continues its support, providing advice and information to Gurkhas who have chosen to make their home there. In all it does, in Nepal and the UK, The Gurkha Welfare Trust strives to honour the generations of friendship and distinguished service offered by the Gurkhas to the British Crown. When using our page, we ask that you abide by our community guidelines, which can be found at http://bit.ly/2c7C7ls

22/08/2026

Since 2009, thousands of Gurkha veterans and widows have settled in the UK. To help them navigate this new chapter, The Gurkha Welfare Trust, in partnership with the Brigade of Gurkhas, established our Gurkha Welfare Advice Centres (GWACs).

Our dedicated teams in Salisbury and Aldershot are led by retired Gurkha officers who understand the unique needs of our community. They provide tailored advice and support to help veterans and widows:

- Access benefits and grants
- Find employment
- Get general advice on life in the UK
- Overcome language barriers

Working alongside fellow charities like SSAFA and the RBL, our mission is to ensure that those who served our nation receive the care they have earned, helping them build a new life in the UK.

The Gurkha Welfare Advice Centre now have their own page, follow them for live news and advice.

Click here to view and follow: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587019000254

Find out more about Welfare Support for Gurkha veterans in the UK: https://www.gwt.org.uk/welfare-support-in-the-uk/

21/08/2026

For over 200 years, the Gurkhas have been among Britain's most loyal and faithful friends.

From proving their unwavering allegiance during the Indian Mutiny to serving in Bosnia, the Falklands, and Afghanistan, Gurkha soldiers have earned a reputation for courage and devotion. As Sir Ralph Turner wrote, "Bravest of the brave... never had country more faithful friends than you.”

Today, we continue to honour this legacy by providing care to those who served.

20/08/2026

We are thrilled to share the upcoming release of Conquering Dreams, an extraordinary memoir by Hari Budha Magar, record-breaking mountaineer, former Royal Gurkha Rifleman, MBE recipient, Pride of Britain winner, and GWT Ambassador.

In this book, Hari shares an insight into the struggles he faced after stepping on an IED while serving in Afghanistan, which resulted in the loss of both legs above the knee.

Driven by an unbreakable Gurkha spirit, Hari set himself an extraordinary goal: to climb Mount Everest. In May 2023, he made history as the first double above-the-knee amputee to summit the world’s highest mountain proving nothing is impossible.

Out 27 August 2026 📅

Read more and pre-order now: https://buff.ly/LcXpJS3

19/08/2026

Guess which walking stick is her favorite?
Indrakumari Limbu treasures her new walking stick from our field team so much that she was saving it for special occasions, like visits from our Welfare Team.
During our recent visit, the team gently reassured her that it is safe for everyday use.

18/08/2026

Every veteran and widow we support has their own story, challenges, and concerns. Taking the time to visit them at home, sit down, and have real, face-to-face conversations is the only way we can truly understand what they need and ensure they are getting the right support.

Building these personal connections means our pensioners know they are never forgotten, and that we are always here for them.

Here are a few moments from our recent home visits across Nepal:

17/08/2026

Good nutrition is key to healthy aging, maintaining mobility, and protecting immunity in older adults.

In our residential homes, our incredible teams ensure our Gurkha veterans and widows receive wholesome, nutritious meals every day. Keeping our residents strong, healthy, and happy is at the heart of everything we do!

15/08/2026

Today marks 81 years since VJ Day - the end of World War II.
As we honor all who served in Asia and the Pacific, we invite you to read the remarkable story of 101-year-old Rifleman Bom Bahadur Ghale.

Enlisting in 1944 with the 2/5th Gurkha Rifles, Bom Bahadur served during the brutal Burma Campaign and went on to serve in post-war Japan. Decades later, when the 2015 earthquake destroyed his home in Dhading, your generosity helped us rebuild him a safe, earthquake-resilient home, and our medical team continues to support him to this day.

"Many of my memories have faded over the years, but I still remember the discipline of Army life, wearing the Gurkha uniform, and serving alongside my fellow soldiers. Those experiences remain among the proudest moments of my life." — Bom Bahadur

Read his full story of service, survival, and gratitude on our website: https://buff.ly/bwnZIUf

14/08/2026

Our team in Dharan are delighted to have successfully completed a number of Rainwater Harvesting Projects this month. Drinking water supplies in the area often become polluted during the rainy season, so the installation of these Rainwater harvesting systems mean a huge relief for not just our widows, but for their communities too.

13/08/2026

Residents at our home in Dharan recently enjoyed celebrating the 99th birthday of Gurkha widow Dol Maya Tamang. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays!

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