'Coordination among three tiers of govt essential for Chure conservation'

KATHMANDU, FEBRUARY 18: Stakeholders have emphasized the need for effective coordination and cooperation among all three tiers of government to conserve the Chure region.

During a discussion held in Janakpurdham on yesterday, Raj Kumar Lekhi, the Minister for Communications and Law of the province, highlighted that water sources in Madhes districts are drying up due to the degradation of the Chure region. He stressed the importance of effective collaboration among all levels of government to restore the Chure's environment.

Lekhi also underscored the urgency of implementing meaningful climate actions to counter the adverse impacts of climate change.

Uddhav Prasad Rijal, Secretary of the Ministry, noted erratic weather patterns this year, including a shorter cold spell and the absence of winter rainfall. He warned that this prolonged dry season could lead to an increase in fire incidents if the trend continues. Rijal called for collective cooperation for effective climate action, attributing the deterioration of the Chure region to the effects of climate change.

During the event, environmentalist Madhusudan Gautam presented a study report on climate change adaptation and disaster risk management in the Madhes districts. He pointed out the lack of adequate preparedness to deal with natural disasters in the region.

Archana Shrestha, Deputy Director General at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, noted that the Department's consistent weather forecasts have helped minimize the loss of lives and property. She also mentioned ongoing efforts to expand the Department's infrastructure in the Madhes region.

Dr. Shila Mishra, a member of the Province Policy and Planning Commission in Madhes, highlighted that the region is at the forefront of climate change impacts, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to find solutions.