02/07/2026
Leadership, Vision, and Service: Rotary District 3292 Installs Its 19th District Governor and Club Presidents
Kathmandu, Nepal | July 1, 2026
Rotary International District 3292 officially welcomed its 19th District Governor, Rtn. Vishnu B. Karkee, during a grand Installation Ceremony held at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu, marking the beginning of the Rotary Year 2026–2027.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Rotary International Director 2027–2029, Rtn. Basu Dev Golyan, as the Chief Guest. The event brought together 460 Rotarians and guests, representing 163 Rotary Clubs across District 3292, in a vibrant celebration of Rotary's spirit of fellowship, leadership, and service.
The installation ceremony marked the formal assumption of office by District Governor Rtn. Vishnu B. Karkee, who pledged to lead the district with dedication, innovation, and a strong commitment to Rotary's ideals of Service Above Self. During the ceremony, District Governor Karkee also administered the Oath of Office to the incoming Club Presidents of Rotary Year 2026–2027, officially entrusting them with the responsibility of leading their respective clubs in service to their communities.
During his inaugural address, District Governor Karkee presented his vision, strategic priorities, and key goals for the Rotary Year 2026–2027. He emphasized strengthening Rotary clubs, expanding membership, enhancing impactful service projects, empowering youth through Rotary's programs, supporting The Rotary Foundation, and fostering greater collaboration among clubs to create lasting and sustainable change in communities throughout Nepal and Bhutan.
Chief Guest Rtn. Basu Dev Golyan congratulated the newly installed District Governor and the incoming Club Presidents, encouraging Rotarians to work together with renewed enthusiasm and purpose. He highlighted Rotary's continuing role in building stronger communities through humanitarian service, ethical leadership, and international goodwill.
The event was filled with inspiring speeches, the administration of the Oath of Office to the Club Presidents, fellowship, and celebrations, reflecting the unity and dedication of Rotarians across the district. The gathering reaffirmed District 3292's commitment to advancing Rotary's mission and creating meaningful, lasting impact in communities throughout Nepal and Bhutan under the collective leadership of District Governor Vishnu B. Karkee and the newly installed Club Presidents.
Rotary International District 3292 extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the newly installed Club Presidents for Rotary Year 2026–2027.
"Club Presidents are the true leaders and achievers of Rotary" - Vishnu B. Karkee, as they transform vision into action, inspire their members, and lead service projects that create lasting change in their communities. He expressed his confidence that, through their dedication, leadership, and commitment to Service Above Self, the district will continue to achieve greater impact and reach new milestones during the Rotary Year 2026–2027.