Kathmandu, March 15, 2024: The inaugural "Workshop on Projection and Mitigation of Geo-Disasters under Changing Climate" concluded successfully today at the Akama Hotel, Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu. The two-day event, jointly organized by Tribhuvan University's Central Department of Hydrology and Meteorology and Kagawa University, Japan, brought together experts, researchers, and practitioners from Nepal, Bangladesh, India, and Japan.

The workshop aimed to address the pressing challenges posed by geo-disasters exacerbated by climate change and to explore innovative solutions for their projection and mitigation.

The program commenced with an opening remark by Prof. Dr. Deepak Aryal from the Central Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Tribhuvan University, followed by a program highlight presented by Prof. Dr. Toru Terao from Kagawa University, Japan.

Chief Guest of the workshop, Prof. Dr. Keshar Jung Baral, Vice Chancellor of Tribhuvan University, emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing geo-disasters. He reiterated the university's commitment to research and innovation in this critical field.He also expressed his kin interest on Internation collaboration among  universities.

Distinguished speakers, including Dr. Shuichi Hasegawa from Kagawa University, Japan, Dr. Jagadish Karmacharya, Director General of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Nepal, Prof. Dr. Ajit Tyagi from the South Asian Meteorological Association, India, Prof. Dr. Binil Aryal, Dean of the Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, and Mr. Anil Pokhrel, Chief Executive of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), shared their insights and perspectives on various aspects of geo-disasters and climate change.

The workshop featured engaging panel discussions on topics such as the development of hydro-meteorological networks in Asia, mega-geo hazards in the changing climate, mitigation strategies, numerical simulations of extreme weather events, hydro-meteorological hazards, early warning systems, and socio-economic impacts of mega-geo disasters.

Dr. Ranjan Kumar Dahal adeptly led the proceedings as the Master of Ceremony, ensuring smooth coordination throughout the event.

Participants from diverse backgrounds actively contributed to the discussions, sharing their experiences, research findings, and practical insights. The workshop provided a valuable platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation efforts.

participants expressed their commitment to implementing the recommendations and insights gained during the deliberations, emphasizing the need for continued cooperation and concerted action to address the growing challenges of geo-disasters in a changing climate.

The organizers expressed gratitude to all participants, speakers, sponsors, and supporters for their valuable contributions to making the workshop a resounding success. Plans for future collaborations and follow-up initiatives were discussed, underscoring the ongoing commitment to building resilience and safeguarding communities against geo-disasters in the face of climate change