Based in Kathmandu, Nepal  ·  Serving Communities Since 1996

Transforming Rural Lives Across Nepal

IRDC Nepal is a nationally registered development organisation committed to inclusive, community-centred change — improving health, education, livelihood, WASH, and resilience in Nepal most vulnerable communities since 1996. SWC Affiliation No. 17420.

300K+
Lives Impacted
77
Districts Reached
29+
Years of Service
60+
Projects Completed
🏥 Community Health 📚 Quality Education 💧 Clean Water & Sanitation 🌾 Sustainable Livelihoods 👩 Women Empowerment 🛡️ Disaster Risk Reduction ☀️ Renewable Energy 🤝 Community Partnership 🏥 Community Health 📚 Quality Education 💧 Clean Water & Sanitation 🌾 Sustainable Livelihoods 👩 Women Empowerment 🛡️ Disaster Risk Reduction ☀️ Renewable Energy 🤝 Community Partnership
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Our Mission
To facilitate integrated and sustainable rural development through community-based programmes that improve the well-being, rights, and resilience of marginalised populations across Nepal.
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Our Vision
A just and equitable Nepal where every individual — regardless of geography, caste, or gender — has access to basic rights, quality services, and a dignified life.
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Our Approach
Rights-based, gender-responsive, and socially inclusive development — building genuine community ownership for lasting change that extends far beyond project cycles.
IRDC field work
1996
Founded in
Bharatpur, Chitwan
Community engagement

Building Resilient Communities Across Nepal

Founded in Bharatpur, Chitwan in 1996, IRDC Nepal has grown from a local community organisation into a respected national development institution — delivering integrated services that transform lives across all 77 districts and Nepal 7 provinces.

Registered with Social Welfare Council (Affiliation No. 17420) and Internal Revenue Office, Bharatpur

Implementing partner for UNICEF, UN Women, UNDP, WaterAid, and multiple bilateral donors

Supriya Smriti Renewable Energy Award recipient — recognised for clean energy service delivery

Seven integrated service areas: health, education, livelihood, WASH, DRR, gender, and renewable energy

Numbers That Speak for Themselves

Nearly three decades of sustained commitment producing measurable, life-changing outcomes across Nepal.

300 K+
Communities Reached
77
Districts (All 7 Provinces)
85 +
Projects Completed
150 +
Staff and Volunteers

Our Core Services

Seven integrated service areas addressing the root causes of poverty and vulnerability — delivered with community ownership and technical excellence.

Health and Nutrition
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Health and Nutrition
Improving health outcomes and nutritional status of marginalised communities.
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Education
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Education
Ensuring access to quality education and adult literacy across Nepal.
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Livelihood Development
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Livelihood Development
Empowering rural households through sustainable income-generation and vocational training.
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Recognition & Awards

IRDC Nepal\'s commitment to service excellence has been acknowledged by government bodies and development organisations.

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Supriya Smriti Renewable Energy Award

National recognition for outstanding clean energy service delivery in rural communities of Nepal.

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Tax Compliance Recognition

Recognised by the Internal Revenue Office, Bharatpur for sustained tax compliance and financial transparency.

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Digital Education Contribution

Formally recognised for contributing computer laboratories to government schools across Bharatpur Metropolitan City.

Your Support Transforms Lives in Rural Nepal

Every contribution directly funds field programmes reaching vulnerable families across Chitwan and beyond.

From Our Blog

Stories and insights from the communities we serve.

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IRDC Nepal Marks 28 Years of Community-Led Development
Organisational News
Since its founding in 1996 in Chitwan, IRDC Nepal has grown to work across all 77 districts of Nepal. We refle…
📅 Apr 20, 2026
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20 Communities Declared Open Defecation Free in Madhesh Province
WASH
A major milestone: 20 communities across Madhesh Province have achieved ODF status, benefiting over 12,000 peo…
📅 Apr 13, 2026
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Koshi Flood Early Warning System Saves Lives During 2023 Monsoon
Disaster Risk Reduction
IRDC Nepal early warning systems in Koshi Province enabled timely evacuations and prevented casualties in 12 c…
📅 Apr 5, 2026
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