Nepalese Honorary Consul General to Uganda H.E Sudhir Ruparelia Voted Best Honorary Consul General in Uganda

H.E Sudhir Ruparelia, the Nepalese Honorary Consul General to Uganda, has been voted the best honorary consul general in Uganda following a three-month survey by Public Opinions.  

The survey recognized his outstanding performance and contributions to promoting trade, tourism, and investment between Uganda and Nepal. Ugandans praised Ruparelia for enabling them to trade with Nepal and creating job opportunities for some in the Asian country.

Sudhir was described by Ugandans as one who has enabled them to trade with Nepal and some now have jobs in Nepal. Sudhir is an inspiration to us and we commend him for connecting Uganda to Nepal.

As the Honorary Consul of Nepal to Uganda, Ruparelia’s role involves promoting economic and political ties between the two nations.

He was appointed in February 2020 by the President of Nepal, Bidhya Devi Bhandari. Since then, he has worked tirelessly to strengthen bilateral relations between Uganda and Nepal. Ruparelia formally presented his credentials to Uganda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Sam Kutesa, on March 17, 2020, marking the opening of Nepal’s first consulate in Uganda, which is located at Crane Chambers in Kampala. As an honorary consul, he has been granted diplomatic privileges, such as official diplomatic vehicles, and his office is located at Crane Chambers in Kampala.

One of Ruparelia’s notable achievements is fostering community and cultural exchange between Uganda and Nepal.

He marked Nepal’s Constitution Day with a public celebration that included cake cutting, bringing together staff and celebrating shared values with Ugandans.

 This event not only promoted cultural understanding but also showcased Ruparelia’s commitment to building strong relationships between the two nations.

 In September 2025, he hosted a celebration for Nepal’s Constitution Day in Kampala.

Ruparelia has also been instrumental in supporting youth and education in Uganda. An event was held to announce a scholarship program connecting Ugandan and Nepali youth. This initiative aims to promote educational exchange and cooperation between the two countries.

By providing opportunities for young people, Ruparelia is contributing to the development of Uganda’s future leaders. He has been Supporting youth and education in Uganda through various initiatives.