Basnet, who had received the title for her contribution in providing the children of the families of incarcerated parents, with housing, education and medical care, to around 140 children.[break]
Minister for Women, Children and Social Welfare, Badri Prasad Neupane, honored CNN Hero Pushpa Basnet by wrapping shawl around her and handing over a letter of appreciation during the program organized by the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare.
Speaking at the program, Minister Neupane said Basnet, who was honored with the ´CNN Hero Award-2012´ for her devotion and contribution to the helpless children and added that she had been the hero of the world.
Minister Neupane said one and all in the country have been proud of her, adding that honor to her was the honor to the nation.
During the program, honored personality Basnet said she was happy to be honored from the ´CNN Hero Award-2012´ and felt that she had more responsibilities to be carried out in the days ahead. She expressed her commitment to devote her life in providing services to such helpless children.
Secretary at the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare, Dineshhari Adhikari, Nepal Women´s Commission Chairperson Seikh Chandtara, member of the Judicial Council, Upendra Keshari Neupane, appreciated Basnet´s service and devotion to the helpless children and wished her a successful career.
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