Ashok Basnet Appointed as Spokesperson of NRNA Australia

Canberra, Australia—KNA

Ashok Basnet, a long-standing and respected leader within the Nepali community in Canberra, has been appointed as the Spokesperson of NRNA Australia. Known for his strong and effective voice, Basnet has consistently represented community issues with clarity, integrity, and impact, earning deep trust from Nepali communities across Canberra and Australia.

Basnet has previously held several key leadership roles within NRNA, contributing significantly to the organization’s growth and effectiveness:

• NRNA Deputy Co-ordinator (ACT) (2019–2021)

• NRNA Co-ordinator (ACT) (2021–2023)

• NCC Advisor (2023–2025)

Through these roles, Basnet demonstrated exceptional competence, dedication to the community, and practical leadership that brought renewed energy and direction to the organization. His appointment as Spokesperson reflects NRNA Australia’s confidence in his ability to represent the community effectively.

NRNA Australia officials and community representatives have welcomed Basnet’s appointment, stating:
“Ashok Basnet understands the voice of the community, expresses it clearly, and is a capable leader to guide the organization in the right direction. His new role will further strengthen NRNA Australia’s credibility and reach.”
— Suvarna Kunwar, Secretary, ANFS, Canberra

As Spokesperson, Basnet is expected to play a key role in communicating organizational policies, programs, and community-related information. He has expressed his commitment to fulfilling this responsibility with integrity, transparency, and in the best interest of the community.