NRNA HK Hike 2025: A Triumph of Unity, Health, and Celebration

NRNA Hong Kong Youth Forum proudly hosted the "NRNA HK Hike" on December 21, 2025. What began as a community trek from Fanling transformed into a powerful celebration of community spirit, environmental stewardship, and sporting excellence, drawing together participants from all walks of life.

The Journey: Hiking with Purpose

At 8:30 AM sharp, 120 enthusiastic community members gathered at Fanling Station, ready to conquer the trails. The hike was led by Mr. Bedraj Limbu, President of HKNUTRA (Hong Kong Nepalese Ultra Trail Running Association), and his expert team. Walking alongside them were our elite national runners, Mr. Arjun Kulung Rai and Mr. Gopal Tamang, adding a special energy to the event.

The group embarked on a scenic yet challenging 3-hour journey through Wu Tip Shan and Tai To Yan, embracing the beauty of Hong Kong's nature while ensuring the trails remained clean. To keep spirits high, all participants were treated to free commemorative t-shirts and lunch, fostering a sense of camaraderie that lasted from the first step to the finish line.

🏆 Honouring Our Trail Heroes

The hike concluded at the electrifying finish line of the The North Face 100 (TNF 100) race in Lam Tsuen. In a moment of immense national pride, NRNA Hong Kong held a special ceremony to honour our champions who showcased incredible endurance on the international stage.

A prestigious "Tamrapatra" of high honour was presented to:

• 🥇 Mr. Arjun Kulung Rai (Winner, TNF 100) - A historic victory for Nepal!

• 🏃‍♂️ Mr. Gopal Tamang - An elite athlete representing our resilience.

• 🥈 Ms. Dilu Limbu (Runner-Up, Female Category) - An inspiring achievement!

Additionally, Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to the dedicated runners from HKNUTRA for their passion, active participation, and significant contribution to promoting the sport within the community.

🤝 Building Bridges through Sport

We were honored to present a special Certificate of Appreciation to the organizers of The North Face 100 Hong Kong:

• Mr. Keith S. Noyes (Race Director)

• Mr. Augustine Wong (Race Vice Director)

Their support for Nepali athletes has opened doors for future cross-cultural sporting collaborations, and we are deeply grateful for this partnership.

✨ Distinguished Guests & Leadership The event was elevated by the presence of our esteemed guests:

• Chief Guest: Ms. Aruna Gurung (District Councillor)

• Special Guest: Mrs. Radhika Gurung (Tika) (NRNA ICC Secretary)

• Guests: Mr. Bardan Gurung (General Secretary, Nepal Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong, Mr. Pradeep Thapa (President, The Nepalese Association HK), Mrs. Premkumari Tamang (Anita) (President, HK Tamang Ghedung), and Mr. Dilliram Bishwokarma (NRNA ICC Member), Mr. Kul Prasad Gurung and Mr. Dev Rajan Gurung.

The program was chaired by President Mr. Anu Rai, run by General Secretary Mr. Inder Purja Pun, and coordinated by Youth Coordinator Mr. Manoj Gautam.

A special salute to our generous sponsors who made this possible.

Photo Links:

HKNepal.com (Focus Out)
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NRNA Hong Kong Official Facebook Page

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🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You

This event's success is a testament to the power of collaboration. We extend our deepest gratitude to HKNUTRA for their immense support, Media Partners; Zap Studio HK, HKNepal.com, NHDD Studio, HK Samachar, Best Short, Nepali Life Hong Kong for their extensive coverage, and especially to Mr. Ambu Gurung of HK Nepal.com for his on-the-spot photography and news coverage.