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Milestones

INF is a Non-Governmental Organization committed to bringing life in all its fullness to Nepal. It operates as both an independent entity and a network of member organizations, each playing a vital role in supporting INF's work in Nepal. The vision for this work began in India in the 1930s, before Nepal was open to outside people or influences.

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1930

The vision for this work began in India in the 1930s, before Nepal was open to outside people or influences.

1952

Photo Credit: Photo taken of the Shining Hospital in western Nepal on the outskirts of Pokhara.

The first hospital in western Nepal

The Shining Hospital

INF’s journey in Nepal began with a vision in the 1930s, led by pioneers Dr Lily O’Hanlon and Hilda Steele, who prayed and prepared for years until Nepal opened its borders in 1952. They walked into Pokhara with a small team and established the first hospital in western Nepal, the “Shining Hospital,” marking the start of a mission that would grow significantly over the decades. These early efforts, driven by faith and commitment, laid the foundation for INF’s legacy of holistic care and community transformation.

From Leprosy Care to Community Wellness

Transforming Health in Nepal

INF’s work has evolved remarkably, expanding from its initial focus on leprosy treatment and rehabilitation to addressing tuberculosis, community health, and more. In 1957, the Green Pastures Hospital was founded as a sanctuary for leprosy patients, providing physical and emotional healing. By the 1980s, INF had launched a robust tuberculosis program, which gained international recognition for its effectiveness. INF’s community health programs took root in remote regions, reaching vulnerable populations with healthcare, support, and education on critical health issues like HIV/AIDS, earning INF accolades from the World Health Organization and the Nepali government.

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Photo Credit: 1965 INF’s Pharmacy at Shining Hospital

1980+

The tuberculosis program gained international recognition for its effectiveness.

70+

For over 70 years, INF Nepal has been improving lives through health and development initiatives across 11 districts.

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INF operates three hospitals—Green Pastures Hospital in Pokhara, Shining Hospital Banke, and Shining Hospital Surkhet.

From humble beginnings to...

INF Today

Today, INF stands as a beacon of healthcare and community development across western Nepal. With a network of hospitals, clinics, and community programs spanning the Gandaki, Lumbini, and Karnali Provinces, INF continues to pioneer new approaches to healthcare and development. From its early work with leprosy patients to current programs in remote districts, INF’s story reflects a commitment to transforming lives, bringing hope, and making “life in all its fullness” a reality for the people of Nepal.

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Historical Information

INF’s Story: Step by Step

Starting in the 1930s, click through the links below to explore INF’s comprehensive and interactive history.

1930: Medical Aid for Nepali People in Nautanwa, India

Launch of “Light Dawns in Nepal” book, a moving and motivating account of INF history

1952: First Dispensary, Ramghat

Dr. Lily O’Hanlon, Hilda Steele, and other expatriates and Nepalese entered Nepal and established the first dispensary at Ramghat, Pokhara

1953: Establishment of Shining Hospital

Establishment of Shining Hospital at the parade ground, in Simpani, Pokhara which initially was thatched roof. In 1953, Dr Ruth Watson (Kanchi Doctor) performed the first surgery in at the temporary open-sided, thatched-roof hut. The operation was success.

1954: Aluminium Quonset huts

Two pre-fabricated aluminium Quonset huts were flown up in crates, by the newly established Royal Nepal Airlines.

1955: Leprosy work started

Leprosy work started by Eileen Lodge and Betty Bailey who are called to work with people affected by leprosy.

1957: Foundation stone laying for Green Pasture Hospital [GPH].

In 1957, a leprosarium was built and named “Green Pastures” followed by foundation stone laying for Green Pasture Hospital [GPH].

1961: Pokhara Valley

First dispensary at outskirts of Pokhara Valley, in Baglung was formed to extend the clinical work of INF to what was then a remote area. In 1961, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip visited Pokhara to see the Shining Hospital and to meet the team.

1962: Green Pastures Hospital

Completion of construction of Green Pastures Hospital [GPH].

1963: Completion of 23-bed ward

Completion of 23-bed ward in GPH with an outpatient facility, an operating theatre, a laboratory, physio therapy and occupational therapy departments.

1964: First Wedding

The first wedding of expatriates in Nepal took place between Dr. Graham Scott Brown and Miss Margaret Hawkes.

1966: Gandaki Boarding School

Establishment of Gandaki Boarding School in partnership with United Mission to Nepal [UMN] and Establishment of Shikha Dispensary, Myagdi.

1971: Tuberculosis Programme Launched

Tuberculosis programme launched for the first time in Kaski

1973: Leprosy & Tuberculosis in Gorahi, Dang

Establishment of Leprosy and Tuberculosis clinic at Gorahi Dang.

1974: National Leprosy Control Programme

Commencement of Nepal's National Leprosy Control Programme that led to Leprosy control and prevention programme launched in Rapti, Dhaulagiri and Karnali Zones. King Mahendra and his Queen informally visited the Shining Hospital in the early 1970s, he decreed that INF should work together with the government medical services in Pokhara.

1975: Nurses Training

Beginning of Nurses Training at Green Pastures Hospital

1976: Gandaki Zonal Hospital

In a cooperative venture between INF and the then HMG/N, the Gandaki Zonal Hospital was open for treatment in 1976. INF contributes substantially to developing various specialities, including anaesthesia, physical therapy, ear, nose and throat surgery, ultrasound, speech and language therapy, plastic surgery, dental surgery, emergency medicine and reconstructive surgery. Likeswise  Establishment of Shining Tuberculosis Clinic

1977: Surkhet

In 1977, INF staff seconded to help develop the Post Basic Midwifery course in Kathmandu. INF started a leprosy clinic in Surkhet and subsequently, Socio-Economic Rehabilitation Programmes started at Green Pastures Hospital and in Surkhet

1978: Clinic in Jumla

In 1978, NEB formally changed its name to the International Nepal Fellowship. Establishment of Leprosy Clinic in Jumla and commencement of Shining Community Health Centre by closing Shining Hospital in Pokhara. Commencement of Drug Distribution Department

1980: Nutrition ward

Establishment of Nutrition ward at Shining Community Health Center. In the 1980s, when Mike Lavender was Medical Superintendent, Queen Aishwarya Rajya Lakshmi Devi Shah officially visited Green Pastures Hospital.

1982: Multi-Drug Therapy for Leprosy

Introduction of Multi-Drug Therapy for Leprosy Treatment

1983: Seven Year Plan

In 1983 INF introduced the concept of the Seven Year Plan, which would help the mission reach well-defined goals and objectives.

1984: Tibetan Refugees

The beginning of INF’s work among Tibetan refugees in Pokhara, and INF partners with others to build a 150-bed extension at the Gandaki Zonal Hospital, with INF staff member Gunnar Jensen leading the project. Alongside this, the laboratory department was established.

1985: 150-bed extension at the Gandaki Zonal Hospital

A significant contribution was made towards the establishment of the Institute of Medicine Nursing Campus in Pokhara, and INF continued to second tutors for the next 14 years. INF also opened and ran a pharmacy at Gandaki Zonal Hospital (GZH), which operated for 16 years under INF management, providing resources to operate a fund for financially disadvantaged patients.

1986: T.B treatment progamme launched in Surkhet

Community Health Programme started in Burtibang and Regional T.B  treatment progamme launched in Surkhet

1987: Western Regional Hospital

Expansion of Gandaki Zonal Hospital to become Western Regional Hospital

1988: Artificial Limb Production Centre

Establishment of Artificial Limb Production Centre at Green Pastures Hospital And INF handed over its  T.B. work in the Western Region to the Government Basic Health Services

1991: International Nepal Fellowship (Nepal)

Registered as International Nepal Fellowship (Nepal), NGO at District Administration Office Kaski

1992: Clinic Opened in Jumla

Community Health Programme introduced in West Myagdi, TB clinic opened in Jumla in 1992 and INF established the Technical Assistance Program to train hospital workers in basic skills and maintenance.

1993: INF Health Camps

Beginning of INF Health Camps in rural and remote villages of Nepal.

1994: Drug Education Program

Introduced Community Development Training Programme and INF started a Drug Education Program in Pokhara

1995: Tuberculosis and Leprosy Clinic in Nepalgunj

Establishment of Tuberculosis and Leprosy Clinic in Nepalgunj and 1995 marked the beginning of the AIDS prevention program (Paluwa) and Establishment of INF International Centre

1996: Leprosy Referral Clinic in Butwa

Establishment of Leprosy referral clinic in Butwal

1997: Rehabilitation services for non-leprosy patients

Rehabilitation services for non-leprosy patients started at Green Pastures Hospital and Princess Shanti Shah became patron of leprosy work in Nepal and graciously consented to be the chief guest at the 40th Anniversary of Green Pastures Hospital in 1997.

1998: Community Health and Development Programme launched in Nepalgunj

Community Health and Development Programme launched in Nepalgunj and Integration of Leprsoy and Tuberculosis Clinic in Surkhet

1999: Technical Partner Support Programmes

Technical Partner Support Programmes

2000: Diksha Daksha Award

INF received Diksha Daksha Award from the Government for outstanding work in Leprosy and Tuberculosis service to the people of Nepal

2001: Mugu

Community Health and Development Programme launched in Mugu

2002: Golden Jubliee Celebration

INF Golden Jubliee Celebration marking 50 years of service in Nepal

2003: INF’s projects branched out

In 2003 INF’s projects branched out into independent operations. “Naulo Ghumti”, the drug rehabilitation program, became an independent non-governmental organisation. The Community Development Training Program became another independent non-governmental organisation called “Sagol” to engage Nepali churches in holistic missions. Changes in INF Structure and beginning of Nepalisation in INF.

2004: Serving Expatriate Members

2004 also marks the departure of many extended serving expatriate members.

2005: Nutrition centre in Jumla

Establishment of Nutrition centre in Jumla and historic handover of leadership and management from Expat to Nepali Leaders

2006: HIV and Advocacy Programme

HIV and Advocacy Programme launched among migrant workers at Nepal-India border area in Nepalgunj and Kanchanpur

2007: Community Health and Development

Community Health and Development Programme launched in Kapilvastu and Community Based Rehabilitaion Project launched in Dang & Rolpa.

2008: Programme launched in Dang.

Community Health and Development Programme launched in Dang.

2009: HIV Programme

HIV Programme started in Baglung and Dang

2011: INF wins Kochon Prize

INF has been awarded the Kochon Prize by the Stop TB Partnership, a prestigious recognition from the World Health Organization for its outstanding work in tackling tuberculosis in Nepal. Additionally, INF’s ‘Paluwa’ HIV/AIDS program in Pokhara has now concluded.

2012: Launch of “Light Dawns in Nepal”

Launch of “Light Dawns in Nepal” book, a moving and motivating account of INF history

2013: Community Health and Development Programme launched

Community Health and Development Programme launched in Jumla, Bajura, Rolpa and Dang.

2014: Start-up of INF Initiative of Financial Sustainability [IIFS]

Start-up of INF Initiative of Financial Sustainability [IIFS]

2015: Establishment of Ear Centre at Green Pastures Hospital

Establishment of Ear Centre at Green Pastures Hospital and commencement of post-earthquake rehabilitation work in Gorkha

2016: Kalikot

Community Health and Development Programme Launched in Kalikot

2017: Registration of INF Shining Hospitals

Registration of INF Shining Hospital in Banke and Surkhet

2018: Fistula Centre

Inauguration of Fistula Centre building in Surkhet

2019: Learning Centre in GPH Complex

Inauguration of newly built Multi-purpose Learning Centre in GPH Complex

2020: Shining Nepal

Shining Nepal Multi-Purpose Company Started [SNMC] and Ark Bazaar the first venture of SNMC

2021: Palliative Care

Inauguration of Palliative Care and Chronic Disease building at GPH

2022: 70 years of INF & Inaguration of Oxgen Plant

Inauguration of Oxygen Plant at GPH by HE Felicity Volk, Australia Ambassador to Nepal. 2022 marks 70 years of INF's service in Nepal; this was celebrated across INF Nepal.

2023: A Leprosy-free Nation

Launched INF Nepal’s Zero Leprosy Strategy to support in achieving the Government of Nepal (GoN)’s vision of a leprosy-free nation. Inaugurated the Eileen & Betty Centre, a dedicated leprosy ward within Green Pastures Hospital & Rehabilitation Centre.

2024: Fistula Centre Handover

Fistula Centre Handover to Karnali Province Hospital Developed the Five year INF Nepal Strategic Plan 2025-2030

1930: Nautanwa, India

1952: First Dispensary, Ramghat

1953: Shining Hospital

1954: Aluminium Quonset huts

1955: Leprosy work started

1957: Foundation stone [GPH]

1961: Pokhara Valley

1962: Green Pastures Hospital

1963: 23-bed Ward

1964: First Wedding

1966: Gandaki Boarding School

1971: Tuberculosis Programme

1973: Gorahi, Dang

1974: National Leprosy Control

1975: Nurses Training

1976: Gandaki Zonal Hospital

1977: Surkhet

1978: Clinic in Jumla

1980: Nutrition ward

1982: Multi-Drug Therapy

1983: Seven Year Plan

1984: Tibetan Refugees

1985: 150-bed, Gandaki Hospital

1986: T.B treatment in Surkhet

1987: Western Regional Hospital

1988: Artificial Limb Centre

1991: International Nepal Fellow...

1992: Clinic Opened in Jumla

1993: INF Health Camps

1994: Drug Education Program

1995: Clinic in Nepalgunj

1996: Leprosy Clinic, Butwa

1997: Rehabilitation services

1998: Programme in Nepalgunj

1999: Technical Partner Support

2000: Diksha Daksha Award

2001: Mugu

2002: 2002: Golden Jubliee

2003: INF’s projects branched out

2004: Serving Expatriate Members

2005: Nutrition centre in Jumla

2006: HIV and Advocacy

2007: Community Health & ...

2008: Programme in Dang

2009: HIV Programme

2011: INF wins Kochon Prize

2012: Light Dawns in Nepal

2013: Programme launched

2014: Financial Sustainability [IIFS]

2015: Ear Centre

2016: Kalikot

2017: INF Shining Hospital

2018: Fistula Centre

2019: Learning Centre

2020: Shining Nepal

2021: Palliative Care

2022: 70 years of INF

2023: A Leprosy-free Nation

2024: Fistula Centre Handover

Malati Shares Her Story:

She found hope and support through the Paribartan Self-Help Group, part of an INF Nepal initiative in her community. Joining the group offered her a chance to rebuild;

with training in agricultural practices, she learned seasonal vegetable cultivation and integrated pest management.

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Malati

Malati Bista, a 47-year-old resident of Sothargaun