About Us - Thamichhowa Youth Group
About Us
The region from Solukhumbu district Khumbu Pasanglhamu rural municipal ward no.5 (previously Namche VDC ward no. 4, Furte to ward no.9 Nangpala border )or the region lying northwest to Namche is known as Thamichho.
And the people residing in and around this region are called Thamichhowa. This Thamichhowa region which is inhabited by Sherpas is widely renowned for its natural beauty, religious destinations, traditional Sherpa culture, mythical heritages. Thame Gonpa, Kyarog Gonpa, Lawudo Gonpa, Genukpa Gonpa, Thamo Khari Gompa, Chhyarok Gonpa, etc. are some of the places with major religious significance lying in the region.
Along with majestic touristic destinations, this region entails several Himalayan ranges such as Gyajo Ri, Kongde Ri, Thyangkhagmuche, Pharchhamo ,Tengi Riki Taau, Langmuche Ri, Lunag Ri, Pasang Lhamu Peak and Mt. Cho-oyu. Our traditional major festivities include Lhosar, Faangi, Dumjee, Chhogjin, Lhosar Pulu, etc. Not only that, this is the birthplace of various world-renowned mountain climbers Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, Apa Sherpa, Ang Rita Sherpa (snow-leopard), Kami Rita Sherpa and may more.
To address the demand of this dynamic era while also being aware that prosperity at an individual level is not enough, we youths of Thamichhowa locality while maintaining the cordial relationship among youths formed a non-profitable NGO named Om Youths Group Thame Region on Poush 20, 2063. The organization was formed with the sole intention of developing the region in every aspect and most importantly with the enthusiasm of local youths. With the chairmanship of founder Mr. Tshering Dorjee Sherpa, the 11 members, and few other general members, the group was formed. That very group was actively conducting its programs under the registration of Sagarmatha National Park, Namche in 2064 B.S (2008 AD). Again in 2068 B.S Poush 20, Om Youth Group was renamed to Thamichhowa in the presence (meeting) among the working committee, general members and other intellectual personnel. The newly renamed group was registered to Boundary Administration Office, Namche and is proactively striving for the welfare and development of the society in various dynamics.
Prime Goals of our Youth Group:-
- To function as a non-political, non-profitable, non-governmental and independent organization working for the welfare of people.
- To assist in the development of every aspect of society by establishing pleasant harmony among the local youths and fostering the friendship bond.
- To preserve and develop art, religion, traditions, and culture of this locality.
- To conduct several programs to develop and promote Tourism targeting the upliftment of economic status.
- To help in the constructional work of infrastructures for Sustainable Societal Development.
- To conduct different awareness and training programs needed for education, sports and extracurricular activities targeted at children’s and youths’ leadership development.
- Likewise, to contribute to environmental conservation and enrichment by conducting related programs.
- To facilitate in ‘give and take’ process of help in society by eradicating malpractices and superstitions
- To aid youths to invest their precious time and energy in intellectual development and various technical skills.
- To support the development process of society.
Recent Events
- Orientation program on “Local environment and natural resource protection”
- Title of 13th Khumbu Lhosar Cup and Host of 14th Khumbu Lhosar Cup to THAMICHHOWA
- Participation in 2nd Ngim Dorji memorial goldcup volleyball tournament
- Conducting Sambhota script classes for religious protection
- First Thamichho Ice and Rock Festival