Press Release

SAARC Secretariat Celebrates Staff Day with Picnic and Recognition Ceremony

Kathmandu, 26 January 2025 – The SAARC Secretariat in Kathmandu marked its Staff Day on Saturday, 25 January 2025, celebrating the significant occasion of its establishment on 16 January 1987.

The event was held at the Godavari Village Resort in Lalitpur, where the Secretariat organized a memorable picnic for its staff members and their families. Over 120 attendees, including the Secretary General, Directors, staff, and their loved ones, participated in the festivities.

His Excellency Ambassador Md. Golam Sarwar, Secretary-General of SAARC, and his spouse, Madame Taslima Sarwar, graced the occasion as Chief Guests. During the event, Ambassador Sarwar honored Mr. Pamir Parshahri (GSS I), Mr. Dilli Ram Sharma (GSS-II), Mr. Madhav P. Nepal (GSS-IV), Mr. Baikuntha Khatiwada (GSS-V) and Mr. Niken Deula (GSS-VII) with awards and certificates in recognition of their exceptional contributions throughout 2024.

The Staff Day picnic featured a variety of outdoor games, including a lively cricket match, where Directors, staff, and their families competed for prizes.

At the end of the program, Ambassador Sarwar and Madam Sarwar distributed gifts to the winners of the various games, celebrating the spirit of camaraderie and teamwork that defines the South Asian fraternity.

The event was a successful blend of recognition, relaxation and entertainment, fostering a strong sense of community among the SAARC Secretariat staff and their families.

 

26 January 2025


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