Pray for Nepal

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About Nepal

The capital is Kathmandu. People speak Nepali. The largest faith is Hinduism.

Source: Wikipedia, with the cited sources it lists.

Prayer briefing for Nepal

Last updated November 2026. Facts come from the sources listed below.

Current events

Nepal is still recovering from the August flood on the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers. By late September officials had confirmed 1,436 deaths, many people were still missing, and about 1,600 people were living in shelters in Rasuwa and Nuwakot while land is found for new homes. In mid October heavy rain and landslides closed highways, a storm brought snow that stranded tourists in Manang, and the Finance Ministry warned that the flood will cut revenue and growth.

We pray for: Immediate relief, safety and urgent help.

Leadership and politics

Nepal is a federal parliamentary republic. The President is Ram Chandra Poudel and the Prime Minister is Balendra (Balen) Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, who took office on 27 March 2026 after his party won a majority in the March election. The new government came to power after the youth-led protests of September 2025 and now faces the work of recovery and rebuilding.

We pray for: Wisdom, integrity and justice for those in authority.

Economic health

The World Bank expects growth to slow to about 3.7% this financial year because the August flood damaged hydropower, power lines and roads. Money sent home by Nepalis working abroad is now about a third of the economy. Many young men leave for work in the Gulf and Malaysia because there are not enough good jobs at home, and nearly half the people still live on less than about 7 US dollars a day.

We pray for: Provision for families and honest stewardship.

Social and cultural issues

Nepal is home to 142 castes and ethnic groups and 124 languages. Dalits still face caste discrimination although it is illegal, and nearly half live below the poverty line. Madhesi communities of the southern plains, indigenous peoples who have lost land, families divided by migration, and Tibetan refugees are among those who need care and protection.

We pray for: Reconciliation, peace and protection of the vulnerable.

Spiritual landscape

In the 2021 census about 81% of Nepalis were Hindu, about 8% Buddhist, about 5% Muslim and about 3% Kirat. Christians were about 2%, though some Christian groups estimate 3 to 5%. Christians are found in the churches of the Kathmandu Valley and in towns and villages across the country, including many poor Dalit communities.

We pray for: Spiritual awakening, hope and the spread of truth.

Religious freedom

The constitution calls Nepal a secular state but bans converting another person from one religion to another. The criminal code sets up to five years in prison for conversion by coercion or inducement, and the US State Department reports that Christian preachers have been convicted of proselytising. Churches must register as non-profit groups each year, and some struggle to use land for burials. Many people of different faiths still live side by side in peace.

We pray for: Protection for believers and freedom to worship safely.

Historical wounds

A ten-year armed conflict between the government and Maoist rebels ended in 2006. More than 17,000 people were killed and about 1,500 went missing, and many families still wait for answers and justice. In September 2025, 77 people died in the youth-led protests and many buildings were badly damaged.

We pray for: National healing, breaking old cycles and deep forgiveness.

Let us pray together

Our Father, we come to You together for Nepal. Comfort all who grieve after the floods, and bring help to the missing, the injured and those who have lost their homes. Give wisdom, integrity and justice to President Poudel, Prime Minister Shah and all in authority. Provide good work at home for families, and protect those who travel abroad to earn a living. Break the chains of caste and protect the vulnerable, so that every people is treated with honour. Let Your love and truth be known in every valley and village. Keep believers safe and give them courage and freedom to worship. Heal the wounds of conflict, and lead Nepal in forgiveness and peace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

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