The Center was established on 6 January 2011 in Kathmandu. To commemorate the first anniversary of the passing away of late Girija Prasad Koirala it was officially launched with the gracious presence of His Excellency, the President of Nepal Dr Ram Baran Yadav on 18 March 2011. The function was attended by distinguished national and international personalities along with well-wishers from the Nepali community.