ANTA Establishes California Chapter with Raju Sah as President

Enepalese Published on: March 2, 2025

The Association of Nepali Teraian in America (ANTA) is proud to announce the successful establishment of its California Chapter. Leading this new chapter is Mr. Raju Sah, a dynamic community leader, entrepreneur, and active social worker.

Based in Woodland, California, Raju Sah is originally from Janakpurdham, Nepal, and has long been committed to fostering community engagement. He runs his own business in Davis, California, and has a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Dhaka University. Before taking on his current role, Raju served as the President of the Nepalese Students’ Association in Bangladesh (NSAB) and has consistently demonstrated his dedication to social causes both locally and in Nepal.

The newly established California Chapter of ANTA seeks to unite individuals from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing the values of identity, integration, and empowerment. The chapter’s mission is to create an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and the exchange of ideas, cultures, and experiences.

The leadership for the California Chapter has been officially announced, with the following members forming the Executive and Advisory Committees:

Executive Committee:

President: Raju Sah
Vice President: Shruti Jha
General Secretary: Kanhaiya Prasad
Treasurer: Shankar Sah
Members: Anita Prasad, Kumari Seema Shah, Niraj Karn


Advisory Committee:

Advisor: Ranjeet Babu Prasad
Advisor: Dhruw Kumar Jha
Advisor:
Shyamli Sah
The establishment of the California Chapter represents a major milestone in ANTA’s ongoing efforts to create an empowered community for Nepalese individuals in the United States. The chapter’s leadership is eager to connect with other members of the diaspora and collaborate on initiatives that promote unity and shared goals.

ANTA invites all interested individuals to become involved and contribute to the growth and success of the California Chapter. Under the leadership of Mr. Raju Sah, the chapter is poised to make a lasting impact both locally and internationally.