About us
Nepal Geographical Society (NGS) was established in 1961 (BS 2018) with objectives of promoting and disseminating geographical knowledge through research, discussions, and publications. It conducts research, publishes journals and organizes talk programs, seminars and workshops. An Ad hoc Executive Committee of Nepal Geographical Society was formed in 1962. The first elected Executive Committee was constituted soon after. Currently, there are more than 500 members in the society. The International Geographical Union (IGU) accepted Nepal as a member in the 34th General Assembly. The role of geographers in development planning has been recognized in the country and geographers were appointed as Vice-Chairman and Member of National Planning Commission, Vice-Chancellor of Nepal Academy of Science and Technology, and also appointed as member in restructuring the administrative and political units in the country.
