Elevate Nepal

10/11/2026

Today in Nepal, Dashain begins with Ghatasthapana, marking the start of the country’s longest and most widely celebrated festival.
On Ghatasthapana, families perform puja, establish a sacred kalash—a ritual vessel symbolizing purity and prosperity—and sow seeds of barley, maize, or wheat to grow jamara, the sacred shoots that are later placed on devotees’ heads as a blessing on Vijaya Dashami, the main day of the festival.
The day also marks the beginning of nine days of worship dedicated to Goddess Durga.
As homes begin their Dashain preparations, we wish everyone a joyful Ghatasthapana. 🌾

10/10/2026

Bidur, a bustling bazaar near the Trishuli River in Nuwakot, has long served as a hub for local businesses, schools, and surrounding communities.
Following the devastating Bhotekoshi floods, the town faced an acute water shortage after its primary water sources across the river were destroyed.

In response, Elevate Nepal drilled a new deep-boring well in coordination with the Bidur Drinking Water and Sanitation Consumer Organization. Once connected to the main distribution system, the new water source is expected to benefit more than 400 households, helping address water shortages and support recovery in flood-affected communities.

This initiative is made possible by our global community of supporters, whose generosity helps us work alongside local institutions and communities to build a more resilient future for Nepal.
Thank you for your generous support.

10/07/2026

We’ve noticed a lot of new faces here lately. 👋

If you’re new to Elevate Nepal, swipe through to learn a little more about who we are, why we do what we do, and the future we’re working toward alongside rural communities in Nepal. 🌱

Thanks for being part of our community. Follow along for more stories from the communities we work with and the progress we’re building together.

10/03/2026

About six years ago, Elevate Nepal founder and Director of Operations & Chairman Resham Bal were travelling to the remote hills of Makawanpur to work on the Gopeghari water and sanitation project.

At the time, roads were still being built in the area. As a local transport entrepreneur, Babu Tamang Babu Tamang helped drive them to Gopeghari. That first journey led to many more—dropping off and picking up the team and eventually working together across many villages.

Today, Babu is an invaluable member of the Elevate Nepal team, sourcing construction materials, supporting local workers, and helping coordinate communities and keep projects moving in some of the most remote parts of Makawanpur.

Over the years, he has also witnessed the transformation of communities he once knew as extremely poor and isolated. “It feels like a dream,” he says, reflecting on how much has changed.

For Babu, this is more than a job. It's a partnership that has allowed him to earn a living in Nepal, stay close to his family, and play a role in creating change in his own community.

09/30/2026

A month after the devastating Bhotekoshi floods in Nepal, the crisis is far from over.

More than 1,400 people have lost their lives, while thousands remain unaccounted for. Many survivors have now spent weeks in temporary shelters, facing an uncertain future after losing loved ones, homes, and livelihoods.

Recovery is about more than resettlement. Families need safe places to live, livelihoods to rebuild, communities to return to, and schools for children whose lives have been deeply disrupted.

As Nepal moves from emergency response to recovery, timely, needs-based support will be essential to helping affected communities rebuild—not only what was lost, but also safer and more resilient futures.

Elevate Nepal stands with the people of Nepal during this difficult time.

https://nepalitimes.com/nepal-one-month-after

The Bhote Kosi-Trisuli disaster will soon be a distant memory, but it left lasting lessons

09/27/2026

Following the recent flash floods in Nepal, international tourist arrivals have declined, with hoteliers reporting booking cancellations. As tourism plays a significant role in Nepal’s economy and supports millions of livelihoods, this decline is deeply concerning.

Mid-September to mid-December marks Nepal’s peak autumn trekking season. While the recent floods have affected the Langtang region, numerous other trekking routes and tourist destinations across Nepal remain safe and open to visitors.

In fact, travelling to Nepal could be a meaningful way to support local communities and the country’s economy at a time when they need it most.

This World Tourism Day, we’re sharing why Nepal remains safe to visit and how tourism can support its recovery.

https://nepalitimes.com/nepal-tells-tourists-your-visit-matters?

The most direct way tourists can help Nepal now is by visiting the country and helping it rebuild

09/26/2026

Today, we celebrate Chonam, the most important festival of the Chepang community. 🌾

Before enjoying the season's first harvest, Chepang families offer newly harvested grains and fruits to their ancestors and the land.

Filled with rituals, music, dancing, and community celebrations, Chonam is a time to honor culture, heritage, and togetherness. At Elevate Nepal, we're grateful to work alongside Chepang communities and learn from their rich traditions.

Wishing everyone celebrating Chonam a joyful and abundant festival! 🌿

Photo: Himalayan Times

09/23/2026

Many women in Deutis shared that they'd started helping their mothers collect water when they were as young as three or four. For them, going to school wasn't even a dream. Schools were far away, and much of their time was spent collecting water for their families.

Today, water taps and toilets in Deutis are changing that reality, especially for women and children. No more hours of walking every day to fetch water means more time for children to be children, families to bond, and people of all ages to pursue their dreams.

Our work in Deutis, completed this year, brought clean water to more than 60 households. Together, we can bring brighter futures to more villages nearby. Support our mission:
https://elevatenepalinc.networkforgood.com/

09/20/2026

Across rural Nepal, women and children are disproportionately affected by limited access to basic water and sanitation services.

They often spend hours fetching water, face safety risks when accessing sanitation facilities, and are more vulnerable to waterborne diseases.

Kabita Praja, a resident of Deutis, Makawanpur, was one of them—until Elevate Nepal built taps and toilets for every household in her village.

She shares how she once had to walk long distances for water and how the rainy season made life even harder, with muddy, unsafe water and frightening journeys in bad weather.

Watch her story in this short video. 💙💧

09/17/2026

The recent Bhotekoshi River flood has severely impacted 55 drinking water projects across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, and Gorkha districts.

The Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management is assessing the damage and working to restore essential water supply services.

However, water shortages in holding centers and nearby communities are already increasing the risk of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea and other infections, particularly among children and other vulnerable groups.

Elevate Nepal is in regular discussions with partners on the ground to identify how we can best support the restoration of water supply in affected communities.

https://english.nepalnews.com/s/nation/bhotekoshi-flood-affects-55-drinking-water-projects-in-rasuwa-nuwakot-dhading-and-gorkha/

Your donations so far have been a tremendous encouragement for us to continue supporting communities in need. Donate to our fundraiser and help support long-term recovery efforts.

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KATHMANDU: The recent flood in the Bhotekoshi River has severely impacted 55 drinking water projects across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, and Gorkha, with estimated damages amounting to Rs 640 million. Nuwakot has been identified as the most affected area, suffering losses of Rs 41 million across 22 pro...