Conservation is linked to sustainable development, human well-being: Minister Chaudhary

risingnepaldaily.com · 4 days ago

Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment Gita Chaudhary stated that biodiversity conservation in Nepal is directly linked to sustainable development and human well-being. She emphasized the need for strengthened cross-sectoral coordination and cooperation between federal, provincial, and local levels for effective biodiversity conservation. Minister Chaudhary highlighted Nepal's accomplishments in conservation, including population increases of tigers and rhinos, expansion of protected areas, and community forest management, stressing that biodiversity should be central to development plans.