Peace Movement–Nepal organized a special Deepawali and Tihar Celebration and Ambassador for Peace Felicitation Ceremony on 7 November 2026 at the Peace Embassy, Kathmandu. The program brought together distinguished personalities, community leaders, Ambassadors for Peace, Blessed Families, youth, and peace-loving participants to celebrate Nepal’s rich cultural traditions and promote harmony, unity, and peace. Hon’ble Ek Nath Dhakal, Elder Leader of FFWPU and Fomrer Minsiter of Nepal  and Currently Secretary General of Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC) also attended the event. 

Rev. Krishna Adhikari, South Asia Regional Director and National Leader of FFWPU-Nepal, delivered the opening peace message as Saturday Peace Message emphasizing the spiritual significance of Deepawali as a festival of light and its connection to the universal values of love, compassion, family unity, and peace. He highlighted the vision of the True Parents for building One Family Under God, encouraging participants to become lights of peace in their families and communities.

The celebration featured the national anthem, peace anthem, a special recorded Hindu peace prayer by Acharya Shrivatsa Goswami of Vrindavan, India, festive greetings from distinguished guests, poetry recitations, and colorful traditional dance performances by young participants.

H.E. Mahesh Raj Dahal, Former Ambassador of Nepal to Australia, delivered special greetings and introduced the distinguished nominees for the Ambassador for Peace honor.

A major highlight was the Ambassador for Peace Felicitation Ceremony, recognizing individuals for their contributions to society, culture, education, and community development. The honorees included Shri Krishna Parsai, Founder President of Jara Foundation; Mr. Bishnu Khadka, President of the Korean Educational Consultancy Association of Nepal; and Mr. Ram Chandra Kafle, renowned Nepali singer, among other distinguished recipients.

The program also recognized Ms. Kalpana Maharjan, Everest mountaineer and journalist, with a congratulatory letter honoring her remarkable mountaineering achievements.

Traditional Nepali cultural dances, festive songs, poetry, and musical performances created a joyful atmosphere, encouraging intergenerational participation and strengthening friendship among guests and members.

Mr. Santosh Kumar Paudel, Vice President of UPF–Asia Pacific and President of UPF-Nepal, delivered the closing remarks and vote of thanks.