Club Introduction

Club Introduction

Every society across the world is or has been afflicted with social inequality. These inequalities are highlighted by the coexistence of the rich and the poor, the educated and the uneducated and the healthy and the unhealthy. In each strata of society, the contrast between the quality of life at the opposing ends of the spectrum is profound. In order to progress towards a state of equilibrium, each individual has a duty to contribute positively to one another. These contributions, be they from the rich to the poor, the educated to the uneducated or the healthy to the unhealthy, nurture the development and enlightenment of a society.

In 1917, Lion Melvin Jones developed the Lions Club International to embody the primary motive of service. Inspired by Melvin’s work and the motto “we serve”, twenty young, energetic social workers began the Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna. Under the dynamic leadership of Lion Azad Shrestha, the foundation stone was laid on the 17th of December, 1987. From that day, the Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna committed themselves to the development of community and society.

The duty to serve the people is eternal. With this belief, the continuing mission of the Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna is to provide, support, facilitate and nurture education. Education is fundamental to the development of a nation. A country’s literacy and numeracy rates, as cornerstones of learning, significantly impact personal growth, cultural and economic development, global position and overall ability to change. Thus, education enables citizens to expeditiously advance not just their own personal identity, but the identity of their community and society. Accordingly, the Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna began with a project to support education, and continues to serve the people in this manner today.

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Message From The President

Dear Fellow Lions, Friends, and Well-Wishers,
Namaste and warm greetings from the beautiful city of Pokhara.
It is with immense pride and heartfelt gratitude that I accept the responsibility of serving as the President of Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna for the Lions Year 2025–2026. I thank all our members for their trust and confidence in me. This is not just a title; it is a commitment to lead with compassion, vision, and unity.
Our club has a proud legacy of 37 years of continuous and meaningful service to our community, and as we move forward, our focus will be on strengthening community service, and embracing sustainable initiatives that reflect both local needs and global priorities. In alignment with the Lions’ global motto “We Serve,” we will continue to act as catalysts of change, serving the underserved, uplifting the vulnerable, and inspiring hope wherever we go.
I believe that true leadership is about collective strength. So, I invite all members to come forward with your ideas, energy, and passion. Let’s work hand-in-hand to make this Lions year one of action, unity, and meaningful change.
Together, we are stronger. Together, we serve better.
With warm regards,
Lion Sukallyan Parajuli
President
Lions Club of Pokhara Annapurna
Lions Year 2025–2026