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20/08/2026
Conquering Dreams: Hari Budha Magar Releases Inspiring New Book

We are thrilled to share the release of an extraordinary memoir “Conquering Dreams” by Hari Budha Magar, record-breaking mountaineer, former…

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15/08/2026
VJ Day at 101: The Extraordinary Life of WWII Veteran Bom Bahadur Ghale

Today on 15 August 2026, we commemorate 81 years since Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, effectively bringing the…

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07/08/2026
One young supporter’s mission to make a difference: Cycling 350 miles from London to Paris

A young hero inspired by service Eleven-year-old Alexandra Hill is a keen cyclist, and this summer she is turning her…

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04/08/2026
Overcoming Landslides and Leeches: The Journey to Rifleman Ram Bahadur

Nestled in the remote village of Sikha, Myagdi, Ram Bahadur’s home is surrounded by some of the most unforgiving terrain…

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29/07/2026
Our Year Ahead: 2026-27

Our teams in Nepal work to the Nepali financial year, which runs from 1 July to 30 June. As we…

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27/07/2026
Reaching New Heights: Building a Safe Future for Children in Remote Nepal

Situated at nearly 2,650 meters in Myagdi District, Gurjakhani is one of the most isolated communities in Nepal. While a…

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16/07/2026
A stunning Himalayan garden created for GWT

Jane Scott Moncrieff and The Gurkha Welfare Trust Reunite for the RHS Sandringham Flower Show We are delighted to have…

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14/07/2026
A Life of Resilience: The Story of Thagisara Thapa

At The Gurkha Welfare Trust, our mission goes far beyond providing financial aid. With your support, we are working hard…

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07/07/2026
Creating a Safer, Healthier Space for Visually Impaired Students

Alongside our vital work caring for ageing veterans, we believe in supporting the wider communities around them. Providing safe spaces…

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02/07/2026
Breaking Barriers to Healthcare: Life-Changing Support in Remote Dailekh

The Challenges of Life in Western Nepal The town of Dailekh, lies within a rural district in western Nepal’s Karnali…

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29/06/2026
Safe Shelter Through Generosity

For many elderly Gurkha veterans and widows, aging in remote, unforgiving terrains can bring many challenges. Gurkha heroes like 83-year-old…

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26/06/2026
Unstoppable at 84: How one supporter stepped up for Nepal

John Wilton has been a dedicated supporter of The Gurkha Welfare Trust for decades. Following his own military service, John…

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