Raj Kumar Lama

Raj Kumar Lama

Chairman

Mohan Kumar Tamang

Mohan Kumar Tamang

Executive Director

Tshering Sherpa

Tshering Sherpa

Information Officer

Introduction

 The Government of Nepal established the Shree Boudhanath Area Development Committee in the year 2053 B.S. (1996 A.D.) under the authority granted by Section 3 of the Development Committee Act, 2013 B.S. (1956 A.D.). Boudhanath has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and serves as a significant center of spiritual devotion for Buddhists across the world. The Boudhanath Mahachaitya (Great Stupa) is one of the most frequented tourist destinations in Kathmandu.

The committee's primary responsibilities include the formulation, approval, and implementation of plans and programs related to Buddhism. It is also mandated to coordinate with foreign governments, as well as national and international organizations and individuals, in order to implement development programs within the Boudhanath area. Furthermore, the committee is authorized to approve initiatives aimed at promoting tourism in designated areas, protect the region’s natural resources, and maintain ecological balance. Additional duties include coordinating development efforts among governmental, non-governmental,... Read More

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