Japan donates 12 recycled fire engines to Nepal

KATHMANDU, March 11: Japan has donated 12 recycled fire engines to Nepal under the  Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP). Ambassador of Japan to Nepal, Kikuta Yutaka signed two grant contracts under the Grant Assistance for GGP. The contracts involve the provision of a total of 12 recycled fire engines, aimed at aiding various municipalities in Koshi, Lumbini, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces.

The signing ceremony, held at the Embassy of Japan in Kathmandu, marked a significant step towards strengthening Nepal's firefighting capabilities. The first contract, signed with Dhana Lama, Executive Director of United Mission to Nepal (UMN), will deliver six recycled fire engines to municipalities in Koshi and Lumbini provinces. The second contract, signed with Deepak Chapagain, President of Volunteer Corps Nepal (VCN), will provide six fire engines to municipalities in Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces.

Recognizing the scarcity of fire engines in many Nepali municipalities, Japan's initiative aims to fill this crucial gap. By partnering with UMN and VCN, organizations with extensive experience in social service and disaster relief, Japan seeks to maximize the impact of its assistance.

According to the Embassy, these recycled fire engines will serve as invaluable assets in safeguarding against fire hazards. The Embassy of Japan is confident that these projects will significantly contribute to enhancing fire safety in the recipient municipalities, fostering stronger bonds of friendship between Japan and Nepal.

The Embassy expressed its belief that the assistance provided by Japan will support the grassroots initiatives aimed at promoting human security and well-being in Nepal.