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Suryodaya Municipality 1st Executive Meeting for F/Y 2082/083

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Suryodaya Municipality convened its first executive meeting for Fiscal Year 2082/083 on 4th Shrawan 2082 (July 23, 2025), focusing on key administrative and policy matters. The agenda included reviewing prior decisions, disseminating the annual budget and policy, addressing employee grade promotions, discussing disaster risk management in vulnerable areas, and settling liabilities from the previous fiscal year. The meeting also included a formal response to a letter from the Jhingu Newa: Lakhe Society of Ward No. 10 and deliberations on current municipal issues.

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Suryodaya’s Dual Milestone: Green Commitment and Health Achievement

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Suryodaya Municipality marks a significant dual milestone with the launch of a large-scale afforestation campaign aimed at planting 50,000 trees across all wards and the proud achievement of top honors in Ilam District’s HP-MSS health post evaluation. Led by the Mayor and supported by elected representatives, students, and local organizations, the afforestation program reflects the municipality’s commitment to environmental sustainability. At the same time, the health sector shines with Shree Antu and Gorkhe Health Posts earning first and third place respectively, showcasing Suryodaya’s dedication to both ecological balance and public well-being.

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From Ilam to Innovation: Suryodaya’s Voice and lessons from UNDP Asian Mayors Forum in Beijing

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Suryodaya Municipality made its presence felt on the international stage as Mayor Ran Bahadur Rai represented Ilam at the UNDP Asian Mayors Forum held in Beijing during the 2025 CBD Forum. Under the theme of building sustainable, low-carbon cities, the event offered a powerful platform for dialogue, learning, and innovation. From sharing ideas with global experts to gaining insights into climate-resilient governance, this experience has inspired a renewed commitment to embedding SDGs into Suryodaya’s policies, planning, and public services. This blog reflects on the key takeaways, challenges shared by cities across Asia, and Suryodaya’s path forward.

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Suryodaya Municipality 22nd Executive Meeting for F/Y 2081/082

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The 22nd Executive Meeting of Suryodaya Municipality for Fiscal Year 2081/082, held on 25th Ashad 2082 (July 9, 2025), focused on reviewing past decisions, discussing new policies for teacher and staff recruitment, adjusting plans for the ongoing fiscal year, and addressing deadline extensions for current projects. Key deliberations also included correspondence from the Nepal Insurance Authority and the evaluation of agriculture development programs, highlighting the municipality’s continued commitment to responsive and efficient local governance.

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Suryodaya Municipality, 17th Session of the Municipal Assembly, 4th Meeting

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The 17th Session of the Municipal Assembly (4th Meeting) of Suryodaya Municipality was successfully held on 12th Ashad 2082 (June 26, 2025) at the Municipal Assembly Hall in Fikkal, Ilam, under the chairmanship of Mayor Mr. Ran Bahadur Rai. The meeting witnessed full participation of assembly members who actively engaged in discussions focused on the Annual Budget Statement for the fiscal year 2082–83 and several legislative bills previously presented by Deputy Mayor Mr. Durga Kumar Baral. The agenda began with a welcome address and national anthem, followed by the formal announcement of the meeting’s commencement. Members were invited to contribute to the deliberations, with notable participation from members including Chandrakala Khatri, Mani Raj Rai, Chandra Kala Mainali, Shyam Krishna Katuwal, Bimal Rai, Punya Prasad Pokharel, Ganesh Kumar Khadka, and Kamal Prasad Gartoula. Mayor Rai addressed the concerns raised and provided official responses. Key bills tabled for approval included the Suryodaya Municipality Financial Act, 2082, and the Budget Allocation Act, 2082. The meeting concluded with the announcement of the next assembly session scheduled for 21st Ashad 2082 (July 5, 2025).

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Suryodaya Municipality, 17th Session of the Municipal Assembly, 3rd Meeting

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Suryodaya Municipality’s 3rd Municipal Assembly marked a critical milestone in fiscal planning for FY 2082/83, where the Deputy Mayor presented key budgetary and legislative proposals, including the financial bill and multi-year expenditure framework, under the leadership of the Mayor.

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Suryodaya Municipality 21st Executive Meeting

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The 21st Executive Meeting of Suryodaya Municipality, held on 10th Ashad 2082 (June 24, 2025), focused on key governance issues including a review of past decisions, budget and audit report discussions, ENSSURE training extensions, land allocation for unmanaged settlers, and support for international sports representation. The meeting also outlined proposals for the upcoming Municipal Assembly and addressed several strategic development and administrative priorities.

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Sustainable Growth Through Agriculture, Education, and Community Empowerment in Suryodaya Municipality

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Suryodaya Municipality takes major strides toward its development vision through direct farmer engagement under the IPM program, distribution of sustainable tea farming tools, and over 200 scholarships awarded to daughters and daughters-in-law demonstrating real progress in agriculture, education, and community empowerment.

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