Experts stress on Chure conservation for prosperity of Madhesh

Mahottari, Jan 2: Experts have stressed the critical need to conserve the Chure region for the prosperity of Madhesh.     

During a two-day orientation on "Chure conservation and development", organized by the Specialized Research Centre of the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), in Madhesh Province at Bardibas, experts noted that daily life in Madhesh is closely linked to the Chure region, and its conservation is a shared responsibility.     

On the first day of the event, Dr Sohan Prasad Shah, Vice Chair of the Madhesh Province Policy and Planning Commission, said that the livelihood of the people in Madhesh is interconnected with the Chure in many ways, including energy, drinking water, environment, and irrigation. He stressed that the conservation of the Chure should be the priority of all.     

On a concluding day, Dr Nagendra Prasad Yadav, an expert in the field, stressed the need to assess the challenges facing the Chure and the obstacles to its conservation. He urged the three-tier government and relevant stakeholders to implement planned programmes to find sustainable solutions for the issues affecting the Chure.     

Experts pointed out that the Chure is a source of natural heritage and that clear policies are required for the responsible utilization of these resources for human benefit, with proper implementation.     

Dr. Binod Bhatta, an expert on Chure and climate change, moderated a session titled "Chure Conservation: Whose Concern, Whose Responsibility?" and presented a working paper on the topic.     

Another expert, Nagdev Yadav, gave a presentation on successful local-level practices to conserve the Chure region and mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change on the forests, watersheds, and surrounding areas. His presentation highlighted the control of rivulets along the Chure hills, water refilling ponds, landslide control, and afforestation practices.     

Experts emphasized that Chure conservation efforts should be based on applied science.     

Dr. Rabindra Prasad Dhakal, NAST Secretary was also present at the event. (RSS)