Maidstone Gurkha Nepalese Community (CIC)
Company number 10195191
South Park Pavilion, Armstrong Road, Maidstone, Kent ME15 6AZ
Through various events, activities, and initiatives, we strive to build stronger connections within our community and beyond, and aspire to adopt Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, Commitment, Compassion & Care.
Join us in celebrating our unique heritage and embracing the spirit of togetherness. Together, we can make a positive impact and create lasting memories and pass our great community mantle for generations to come.
मैडस्टोन गोर्खा नेपाली समुदायमा, हामी एकता र सहकार्यको शक्तिमा विश्वास गर्छौं। हाम्रा विविध समूहका सदस्यहरूले गोर्खा र नेपालको समृद्ध परम्पराको संरक्षण र हित को लागि साझा लक्ष्य राख्दछन् ।
विभिन्न घटनाहरू, गतिविधिहरू, र पहलहरू मार्फत, हामी हाम्रो समुदाय भित्र र बाहिर, बलियो सम्बन्ध निर्माण गर्ने प्रयास गर्छौं, र रचनात्मकता, साझेदारी सहयोग, करुणा र मानवतावाद अपनाउने आकांक्षा राख्द्छौ।
हाम्रो अद्वितीय सम्पदा मनाउन र एकताको भावना अँगाल्न हामीसँग सहभागी हुनुहोस्। सँगै, हामी मिलेर समाज मा सकारात्मक प्रभाव पार्न सक्छौं र दिगो सम्झनाहरू सिर्जना गर्न सक्छौं र बिशेष गरि हामीले, भबिस्यमा हाम्रो आगामी पुस्ताहरूका लागि महान सामुदायिक उत्तरदायीत्व गरिमामय पूर्वक प्रदान गर्न सक्छौं।
Events
Honoring the brave men and women who sacrificed everything for their future generations is both a solemn duty and a heartfelt tribute. The MGNC veterans, in their remembrance, continue a legacy of gratitude and respect, ensuring that the sacrifices made are never forgotten. May their courage and dedication inspire us always. Sun 10 Nov 24 - Remembrance Sunday - Maidstone
MGNC welcomes you and your family to annual Dashain Party at Mote Park on Fri 04 Oct 24 👍🙏 Tickets are on sale now - please contact one of our EC members to secure the booking for family and friends.
Adults - £25, Senior Veterans - £20, Children (6-11 years) - £15
Dashain this year starts from Thu 03 Oct and finishes on Sat 12 Oct 24. Known as the great harvest festival of Nepal, Dashain is a time for family reunions, exchange of gifts and blessings, and elaborate pujas (ceremonies). It is a time when families come together and the communities unite.
Please come along and enjoy MGNC Open Day with your loved ones and create beautiful memories.
Art is an expressive medium that can help veterans communicate their feelings, overcome, and release stress while exploring different aspects of their personalities and abilities. We're running this excellent project on various dates and times from Jan 2024 for our Gurkha Veterans kindly sponsored by Maidstone Borough Council.
We will be honouring all Gurkha Veterans through our own Standard Commissioning Ceremony on 26 Apr 24. This will be the first event of such kind since the community was formed. A proud day for all Gurkha Veterans and families based in and around Maidstone.
Join us to celebrate Nepali New Year on Saturday 13 April 2024.
Meet and greet programme with one of the BBC 100 most inspiring and influential women of the year 2020, Miss Sapana Roka at MGNC Samaj Ghar, Maidstone.
Gallery
"Grey skies and torrential down pours were forecast for the day of the Maidstone Community Mela on Sunday 8th September however the weather couldn’t stop the festivities which annually brings people together to celebrate diversity and unity. Cohesion Plus once again produced the festival working in partnership with the Maidstone Cultural Group and community partners. The event was supported by Arts Council England and Kent Equality Cohesion Council. Despite the heavy downpours those in attendance were able to enjoy a free artistic programme of performances ranging from community led arts and dance groups such as Maidstone Gurkha Nepalese Community, Maidstone Indian Association, Maidstone Malayalee Association and Kerala Culture Association."
We are grateful for the generous donation of high-visibility vests from Barratt Homes to support our litter-picking efforts for the local community.
Despite the inclement weather, everyone enjoyed the event, embracing the community spirit. We are grateful for the event organiser MGNC Chairman Mr Mohan Tamang and Executive Committee members. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to event facilitator Mr Glen Millbery and Mr Mohan Thapa from Sutton Valence School and to Stand OICs Mr Subash Rai, Iswor Rai, Netra Rai and Dilli Rai.
MGNC Veterans receiving The Malaysian Service Medal - 25 Dec 2023 The Malaysian Service Medal - (Pingat Jasa Malaysia), is a medal given by the King and Government of Malaysia. Established 3 March 2004, the medal recognizes service by members of the Malaysian Armed Forces during the Malayan Emergency, Second Malayan Emergency, and the Indonesia–Malaysia confrontation. The medal was also offered for award to members of the Commonwealth forces from Australia, Fiji, India, Nepal, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom who served in Malaysia during the Malayan Emergency and the Indonesia - Malaysia confrontation. The award is in recognition of "distinguished chivalry, gallantry, sacrifice, or loyalty" in contributing to the freedom of independence of Malaysia. The medal can be conferred and accepted posthumously by next of kin.
MGNC Live Board
Aspirations
One of our goals is to provide assistance to elderly members and youths of the Gurkha Nepalese community in Maidstone. From social events to health support, we are here to ensure that our seniors feel valued, supported, and connected. We aim to guide our Youths through initiatives involved with community regeneration, community relations, community development, and raise awareness of rich Nepalese culture and tradition providing community facilities.
What's On
Join us for fun and inclusive neighbourhood EVENTS that bring our community together.
Team
Past Chairmen
Mr Ratna Kumar Limbu
2006 - 2011
Lt (Retd) Dam Bahadur Gurung
2011 - 2013
Mr Hari Gurung
2013 - 2015
Maj (Retd) Dhan Bahadur Chand
2015 - 2017
Maj (Retd) Dudh Prasad Gurung MVO
2017 - 2019
Mr Dil Kumar Rai
2019 - 2021
Mr Dhruba Gautam
2021 - 2023
Membership Contact Form
- MGNC Samaj Ghar, Armstrong Road, Maidstone, UK
For membership and any other information please contact The General Secretary via CONTACT US above. धन्यवाद !
Services
Pavilion House
Our Pavilion House (Samaj Ghar) can be booked for group events or classes for up to 60 people priced at £12 per hour. Please contact us for further details.
