SAHAS Nepal, in collaboration with Youth Alliance for Environment (YAE) and Karnali Integrated Rural Development and Research Centre (KIRDARC), organized the Post-Sagarmatha Sambaad 2025 to translate the global dialogue of the Sagarmatha Sambaad into concrete national-level actions.

Aligned with the vision of the original dialogue—“Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity”—this event focused on addressing the vulnerabilities of Nepal's mountain ecosystems through inclusive, sustainable, and equitable climate solutions.

Chief Guest & Special Guests

Chief Guest: Hon’ble Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri, Minister of Forests and Environment (MoFE)

Chair: Ms. Bal Kumari Gurung, SAHAS Nepal

Key Session Highlights

Presentation: “Resolution of Sagarmatha Sambaad” by Mr. Madhu Marasaini, Former Secretary

Emphasized actionable recommendations for sustainable mountain development and climate resilience

Panel Discussion: Theme: “Paving the Path Forward: National Climate Policy and Action Synergies with the Sagarmatha Call for Action”

Panelists:

Mr. Naresh Sharma (Under Secretary, Climate Change Management Division, MoFE)

Dr. Madhav Karki (Senior NRM and Climate Change Expert)

Dr. Shalu Adhikari (Climate Change Specialist, FAO)

Ms. Manohara Khadka (Country Representative, IWMI Nepal Mr. Arjun Bhattarai (Chairperson, NGO Federation)

Key Takeaways

✔ Urged for institutionalization of the Sagarmatha Sambaad commitments across federal, provincial, and local levels

✔ Called for inclusive participation of children, youth, the elderly, and marginalized communities

✔ Emphasized cross-sectoral partnerships and integration of indigenous, scientific, and traditional knowledge

✔ Highlighted the need for coordination, accountability, and ownership to transform policy into action