44^th WASH Forum; “Impact of Emerging Climate Threat on Water Issues in Nepal”

Paschim Paaila in collaboration with ENPHO, successfully conducted the 44^th series of WASH Forum on “WASH Forum: “Impact of Emerging Climate Threat on Water Issues in Nepal” on 26 August, 2016 at ENPHO Hall, Thapagaun, New Baneshwor. Mr. Madhukar Upadhya, Watershed Practitioner resided as the resource person. The major objective of the forum was to share on climate change and its science, to understand the impact of climate change on water and water related issues and to know the role of youth to minimize the impact of Climate Change.

Mr. Madhukar Upadhya, briefly explained the Climate change phenomenon linked with rainfall pattern. He further discussed on the impact of climate change on water availability.

After the presentation, the floor was opened for discussion on various topics like seasonal rainfall variation, effect of rainfall distribution on water sources and watershed management issues in Nepal.

Collectively, 38 participants from different colleges and institutions took active participation in the forum.