Tokyo Regional Committee of Kirat Rai Yayokkha Japan Announces New Vice-Presidential Appointment

The Kirat Rai Yayokkha Japan, Tokyo Regional Committee, has announced the appointment of Mr Santosh Rai as its new vice president following a unanimous decision by the committee members.
The appointment comes after the former vice president, Mr Bishal Rai, was recently selected to serve as secretary of the Central Executive Committee of Kirat Rai Yayokkha Japan. His new role at the central level created a vacancy in the Tokyo Regional Committee, prompting the committee to appoint a successor to continue its activities and responsibilities in the region.

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According to the committee, Mr. Santosh Rai has been actively involved in the Tokyo Regional Committee for several years and has played an important role in supporting the organisation’s programmes and initiatives. Members say his dedication, organisational skills and consistent participation in community activities were key factors in the decision to appoint him to the leadership position.
Kirat Rai Yayokkha Japan is a community organisation that works to preserve and promote the culture, traditions and identity of the Kirat Rai community living in Japan. Through cultural events, social activities and community engagement, the organisation seeks to strengthen unity among members of the diaspora while maintaining connections with their heritage.

In a statement released by the Tokyo Regional Committee, members expressed confidence that Mr Santosh Rai’s leadership will help further strengthen the organisation’s activities and collaboration among community members in the Tokyo area. The committee also extended its best wishes for a successful tenure in his new role.

_{Image 2: Bishal Rai congratulated by Yayokkha Japan Central president Sudan Rai.}

At the same time, the committee congratulated Mr Bishal Rai for his new responsibility within the central executive body of Kirat Rai Yayokkha Japan. Members acknowledged his contribution to the Tokyo Regional Committee during his time as vice president and expressed hope that he will continue to support the organisation’s broader goals at the national level.

Community leaders say such transitions reflect the organisation’s ongoing efforts to develop leadership within the community and ensure continuity in its programmes and initiatives.
The Tokyo Regional Committee concluded its statement by expressing optimism that the newly appointed leadership will continue to work collectively to make the organisation more active, inclusive and united in the years ahead.