Breast Cancer Awareness Rally Draws 700 in Kathmandu

Kathmandu – Raksha Cancer Care Society, Bhaktapur, organized a breast cancer awareness rally in Kathmandu to mark Pink October, internationally observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event brought together approximately 700 participants from various organizations to promote early detection, timely treatment, and greater public awareness of breast cancer.
The rally was jointly inaugurated by renowned comedians Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya, along with breast cancer survivors and veteran singers Meera Rana and Tara Thapa.
Starting from Bhrikutimandap, the rally featured a symbolic display of pink fabric draped from four sides of Dharahara to highlight the importance of breast cancer awareness and encourage public participation in the campaign.
Dr. Sristi Shrestha Prajapati, President of Raksha Cancer Care Society, emphasized that breast cancer can often be successfully treated when detected at an early stage. She highlighted the importance of public awareness, regular screening, and timely medical attention in improving treatment outcomes.
She also stated that the organization has been providing free mammography screening services as part of its ongoing breast cancer awareness and early detection initiatives.
Kathmandu Metropolitan City representative Sunita Dangol stressed the importance of timely health examinations, explaining that early diagnosis can significantly improve treatment outcomes and give patients a better chance of recovery.
The rally concluded at Basantapur Durbar Square, where Madan Krishna Shrestha, Hari Bansha Acharya, and other speakers delivered messages encouraging regular breast health checkups and community awareness.
The event also saw participation from officials of Inner Wheel District 350, cancer survivors, pop singer Dhiraj Rai, singer and actor Yaman Shrestha, Miss Nepal World Deepmala Dhakal, senior photographer Raj Bhai Suwal, and several national athletes.
Organized under the leadership of Dr. Sristi Shrestha Prajapati, the rally aimed to reinforce a message throughout Pink October: early detection, timely treatment, and greater awareness can save lives.