Book Launch: History of Simraungadh Linked to Nepal Mandal
A program organized by Pairavi Book House Pvt. Ltd. launched researcher Roshan Kumar Jha’s book, ‘History of Simraungadh Connected to Nepal Mandal’. The work focuses on Nepal’s historic city of Simraungadh and its relationship with Nepal Mandal.
Nepal Academy Vice-Chancellor Bhupal Rai called for rigorous study and a renewed reading of history, urging deeper research on the ties between Simraungadh and Nepal Mandal. He stated that governments may change, but history does not, adding that understanding Simraungadh’s depth requires further exploration, including the interaction between the Kirat civilization and Nepal Mandal.
National News Agency (RSS) Executive Chair Dharmendra Jha described the book as a backbone that helps the nation recognize its past. He emphasized that historical writing should be more inclusive, evidence-based, and critical, noting that regions like Simraungadh are still not fully integrated into mainstream Nepali history.
Jha also remarked that Nepal Mandal has yet to accept Simraungadh to the necessary historical and cultural extent. He said Nepal can be represented properly only when history is written well, adding that rewriting parts of national history is necessary where appropriate.
Department of Archaeology Director General Saubhagya Pradhananga highlighted Simraungadh’s archaeological importance and said the department is active in safeguarding its heritage. He emphasized that heritage protection is a shared responsibility, describing Simraungadh’s heritage as a matter of national pride and reaffirming institutional commitment to its protection.
Author Roshan Kumar Jha shared the inspiration, purpose, and research process behind the book. He noted that the region’s historical significance is still not fully understood and said the work aims to illuminate new facets of the historical relationship between Nepal Mandal and Simraungadh.
Participants including Prof. Dr. Vijay Prasad Mishra, Senior Journalist Sudheer Sharma, cultural expert Jagman Gurung, historian Prof. Dr. Purushottam Lochan Shrestha, former Justice Sheshraraj Shivakoti, Prabhakar Lal Jha, Devendra Nath Tiwari, Dinesh Raj Pant, and civic leader Kanak Mani Dixit called for including historical areas like Simraungadh—and its ties with Nepal Mandal—in the national curriculum and for encouraging research-oriented works.
