Basu Dev Golyan – Vice Chairman, Golyan Group of Industries & Rotary International Director 2027-29. A life dedicated to service, leadership, and nation-building.
Kathmandu, Nepal
RI Director 2027–29
Mr. Basu Dev Golyan is a distinguished industrialist, visionary humanitarian, and globally respected Rotary leader whose life journey reflects an unwavering commitment to service, leadership, and nation-building. Born into a values-driven family rooted in integrity, compassion, and entrepreneurship, he has dedicated his life to ethical business practices, community upliftment, and humanitarian service.
He firmly believes that "Education, ethical leadership, and compassion are the pillars of lasting peace and meaningful global transformation."
Joined Rotary as a dedicated member, driven by the values of Service Above Self, integrity, and community upliftment.
Strengthened the district's global presence, expanded Rotary's reach to Bhutan, and organised the first-ever Rotary International Literacy Summit in Nepal.
Served in key district capacities including Assistant Governor, District Committee Chair, and various strategic leadership positions across the district.
Appointed as Rotary International President's Representative to several districts across the world, bringing strategic guidance and strengthening global Rotary ties.
Served as a Trustee Special Advisor to The Rotary Foundation, providing high-level counsel on grant management, humanitarian projects, and foundation strategy.
Served as RRFC for three years — strengthening grant culture, inspiring philanthropic contributions, and promoting impactful humanitarian projects across the region and globally.
Nominated to serve on the Rotary International Board of Directors — representing South Asia, Zone 5 & 6 — with a vision focused on membership growth, youth engagement, literacy, and sustainable global impact.
A seasoned industrialist leading diversified businesses across banking, insurance, finance, hydropower, renewable energy, hospitality, and manufacturing — driving Nepal's economic growth for decades.
From District Governor of RI District 3292 to Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator, culminating in his nomination as RI Director 2027–29 — a journey of over 35 years at the heart of Rotary International.
Spearheaded large-scale disaster relief for flood and earthquake victims, organised free health and literacy camps, and championed youth empowerment and education programs across Nepal and beyond.
Served as RI President's Representative and Trustee Special Advisor, representing Nepal and South Asia on the global stage and strengthening Rotary's international presence across the region.
Leads Nepal's diversified industrial conglomerate across banking, insurance, manufacturing, hydropower, renewable energy, hospitality, exports, and sustainable agriculture.
Led large-scale disaster relief operations and champions sustainable CSR — investing in education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and green energy solutions across South Asia.
"Education, ethical leadership, and compassion are the pillars of lasting peace and meaningful global transformation. Rotary gives us the platform to turn these values into action."
RI Director 2027–29
"As RI Director, my focus will be on membership growth, youth engagement, and strengthening The Rotary Foundation across South Asia and beyond. Service Above Self is not a slogan — it is a way of life."
Vice Chairman, Golyan Group of Industries
"Responsible governance and innovation are at the heart of everything I do — in business, in Rotary, and in life. My goal is a Nepal and a world where no community is left behind."
Humanitarian & Rotary Leader
2011 – 2012
During his tenure as District Governor, Basu Dev Golyan organized the first-ever Rotary International Literacy Summit in Nepal, reinforcing his commitment to education and peace-building.
Ongoing
Led large-scale humanitarian operations distributing shelters and relief materials to thousands of families affected by floods and earthquakes across Nepal.
Ongoing
Under his leadership, Golyan Group has diversified across 8+ sectors, contributing significantly to Nepal's employment generation, industrial development, and sustainable growth.
Mr. Golyan brings experience, credibility, and a powerful strategic vision to the Rotary International Board.
My key focus areas include membership growth, youth engagement, enhanced Rotary public image, literacy promotion, and sustainable global impact — especially in South Asia. I aim to amplify Rotary's presence in underserved regions.
With over 35 years of Rotary service — from club member to District Governor, RRFC, Trustee Special Advisor, and RI President's Representative — I bring firsthand knowledge of Rotary operations at every level, combined with business leadership expertise and a deep humanitarian track record.
The Golyan Group has diversified across 8+ sectors including banking, hydropower, renewable energy, and manufacturing, significantly contributing to Nepal's employment generation, industrial growth, and sustainable development. Responsible governance and innovation are at the heart of every initiative.
Organizing the first Rotary International Literacy Summit in Nepal during my governorship stands as a landmark achievement. Beyond that, the large-scale disaster relief operations — distributing shelters and essentials to thousands of flood and earthquake victims — exemplify Rotary's Service Above Self at its finest.
Leading a major industrial group across multiple sectors has sharpened my skills in strategic planning, governance, stakeholder management, and sustainable growth — all directly applicable to steering Rotary International's global mission. Business acumen and service values are deeply complementary.
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