The Embassy of Israel and the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany commemorated the International Day of Remembrance for the victims of the Holocaust with a solemn "Memorial Event and Exhibition" titled Auschwitz-A Place on Earth.

The event served as a poignant reminder of the importance of remembrance, solidarity, and the global commitment to "never forget, never again."

The Holocaust, which aimed to exterminate the entire Jewish population, was a systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews (including 1.5 million children) by the Nazi regime and its collaborators in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.

In Kathmandu, the International Day of Remembrance for the victims of the Holocaust was observed with a solemn Memorial Event and Exhibition titled "Auschwitz-A Place on Earth." During the event, six candles were lit in honor of the six million Jewish individuals who perished during the Holocaust. Additionally, a poignant testimony from a Holocaust survivor was shared, offering a firsthand account of the unimaginable suffering and resilience during that dark period. #HolocaustRemembrance

Dr. Surya Prasad Sharma Dhungel, a Member of the National Human Rights Commission, emphasized the importance of learning from history, stating that the Holocaust was not just a tragedy for the Jewish people or Europe, but a failure of humanity itself. He highlighted the dangers of normalizing hatred, unchecked prejudice, and denied justice.

Ambassador Dean R. Thompson of the United States of America expressed solidarity and stressed the collective responsibility to combat anti-Semitism, racism, and all forms of hatred and intolerance. He conveyed greetings from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who reiterated his support for Holocaust survivors and their descendants, emphasizing the importance of remembering and honoring the tragic period.

Benjamin Siedel, Deputy Chief of Mission, speaking on behalf of German Ambassador Dr. Thomas Heinrich Prinz, emphasized that while the day serves as a remembrance, it also calls for action. He pointed out that the Holocaust did not start with gas chambers but with hateful words that led to division and dehumanization.

He underscored the shared responsibility of democratic citizens to stand against anti-Semitism, racism, xenophobia, and discrimination.

Shmulik Arie Bass, Ambassador of Israel, emphasized the importance of commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day to honor the victims and educate future generations, ensuring that such a tragedy is never repeated. He highlighted the significance of the United Nations General Assembly's special session on January 27, 2005, which marked the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

The session included a Yad Vashem Museum exhibition at the UN building in New York and the singing of the anthem "Hatikvah." This event led to the establishment of a UN Holocaust remembrance department and the designation of January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day through General Assembly Resolution 60/7.

The exhibition "Auschwitz- A Place on Earth" aimed to raise awareness about the horrors of the Holocaust and the importance of preventing such atrocities in the future. The memorial ceremony included the lighting of six candles in memory of the six million Jewish victims and a poignant testimony from a Holocaust survivor, sharing their experiences of suffering and survival.

Dr. Surya Prasad Sharma Dhungel, a Member of the National Human Rights Commission, emphasized the importance of learning from history by stating, "The Holocaust was not just a tragedy for the Jewish people or Europe; it was a failure of humanity itself. It serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of normalizing hatred, unchecked prejudice, and denied justice."

Dean R. Thompson, the Ambassador of the United States of America, expressed solidarity and stressed the collective responsibility to combat anti-Semitism, racism, and all forms of hatred and intolerance. He conveyed greetings from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who reiterated his strong support for Holocaust survivors and their descendants. Thompson stated, "I am confident that we will continue to work together to remember and honor the victims of this devastating period."

Ambassador of Israel, Shmulik Arie Bass, underscored the importance of commemorating the Holocaust to educate future generations and prevent such a tragedy from happening again. He noted that on January 27, 2005, the United Nations General Assembly held a special session to mark the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, emphasizing the significance of remembering the Holocaust to ensure it is never repeated.

The event also featured the exhibition, “Auschwitz- A Place on Earth “aiming at educating about the human-made brutality and delivering the message that such cruelty should never be repeated.