Ancient Kapilvastu Center for Integrated Development of Nepal (AKCID-Nepal) is a significant initiative based in the historic Kapilvastu district of Nepal, a region known for its deep cultural and spiritual heritage. Kapilvastu is famously recognized as the ancient kingdom of the Shakya dynasty and the childhood home of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became the Buddha. The center aims to preserve and promote this rich legacy while integrating modern developmental approaches to uplift the socio-economic condition of the region.
AKCID-Nepal focuses on a multi-sectoral strategy to foster sustainable development, combining heritage conservation, tourism development, education, agriculture, and community empowerment. By engaging local communities, scholars, and development partners, the center works to highlight Kapilvastu’s global significance as a spiritual and archaeological hub, while ensuring that its local population benefits from infrastructure, job opportunities, and improved living standards.
One of the core missions of the center is to develop Kapilvastu into a model region where history and progress go hand in hand. Through research, awareness campaigns, training programs, and development projects, the center strives to enhance both the tangible and intangible assets of the area. It plays a vital role in bridging the gap between Nepal’s rich past and its aspirations for a more inclusive and resilient future.
