National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC), Nepal

22/06/2026

Today, a two-day training programme on “𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙐𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙒𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙥𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙋𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙮 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘼𝙙𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨” commenced in Lalitpur, Nepal, under the Gandaki Basin Climate Resilient Project (GBCRP).

Bringing together 35 participants from relevant government agencies and stakeholder institutions, the programme aims to strengthen capacity in interpreting and applying hydrological modelling outputs for evidence-based water resources planning, policy formulation, and climate adaptation. Through technical presentations on the SWAT Model for the Gandaki River Basin, practical exercises, and interactive discussions, participants will explore how scientific data can support informed decision-making and enhance climate resilience.

During the opening session, Dr. Manish Raj Pandey, Head of the Climate Change Department at the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC), Mr. Shyam Prasad Neupane, Chief of the Basin Management Centre, Gandaki, Mr. Gyanendra Mishra, Project Team Leader of GBCRP, Dr. Laxmi Prasad Devkota, Expert Trainer, and Dr. Rajan Prasad Paudel, Conservation Officer, shared their perspectives on the significance of strengthening science-based decision-making and building institutional capacity to support climate-resilient water resource management.

Building capacity to translate scientific knowledge into action is key to fostering climate-resilient and sustainable development.

19/06/2026

NTNC and ZSL have officially entered into an agreement to implement Phase IV of the Integrated Tiger Habitat Conservation Programme (ITHCP). Funded by IUCN and KfW, the project titled 'Enhancing the Functionality of the Transboundary Kamdi-Suhelwa Complex for the Management of Dispersing Tiger Populations, through a Community-centred Conservation Approach' focuses on securing transboundary corridors. By placing local communities at the centre, this program aims sustainable future for both dispersing tiger populations and the communities living alongside them.

18/06/2026

NTNC Managed NTNC-Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) is attracting visitors worldwide. By the end of Jestha in FY 2082/83, 15,571 visited MCAP region. It is a 24.5% increase from the previous year. Of the total visit, 14,287 were international tourists, 546 SAARC visitors and 738 Nepali enjoyed the pristine trails and rich local culture of this conservation area.

05/06/2026

📢 **Public Call for Suggestions on Human–Wildlife Conflict Management in Nepal**

The Human–Wildlife Conflict Management Technical Taskforce, formed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment, is currently working on recommendations for short, medium, and long-term strategies and interventions to mitigate human–wildlife conflict in Nepal.

To support this process, the Taskforce invites suggestions and recommendations from experts, practitioners, stakeholders, and the general public.

Suggestions can be submitted through:
📧 Email
📱 WhatsApp
📲 QR Scan

Please refer to the public notice below for detailed information and submission procedures.

Your valuable input will contribute to developing effective, inclusive, and evidence-based strategies for human–wildlife conflict management in Nepal.

05/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day! 🌍

From protecting wildlife and biodiversity to securing community livelihoods and climate resilience, conservation is our lifelong commitment. Let's safeguard our environment together!

“Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future”

04/06/2026

A new study titled 'Ecological and Social Dimensions of Human–Bear Coexistence in Nepal's Gaurishankar Conservation Area' co-authored by NTNC's researcher Dr. Madhu Chetri Madhu Chetri has been published.

The study shows that over 35% of the landscape offers highly suitable habitat for the Asiatic black bear, though these areas frequently overlap with local communities reliant on forest resources. The findings also highlight a rising perception of conflict among residents, particularly indigenous groups and women working near the forest edge.

More in the link:

The increasing number of human-black bear interactions in Nepal's Himalayas threatens both livelihoods and bear safety.Understanding human-black bear coexistence has become increasingly important due to rising conflicts driven by habitat over-lap, negative perceptions, and habitat degradation. Given...

02/06/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞-𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐤𝐢 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧

The National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) organized a Letter of Agreement (LoA) Signing Ceremony under the Gandaki Basin Climate Resilient Project (GBCRP), funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), yesterday in Sauraha, Chitwan.

The agreements were signed between NTNC and nine local governments across Makawanpur, Chitwan, and Nawalparasi East districts to advance large-scale demonstration and promotion of climate-resilient paddy, wheat, and mustard varieties. This collaboration will support the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices and strengthen the resilience of farming communities across the Gandaki River Basin.

Altogether, the LoA signing represents a financial commitment of NPR 4.8 crore (48 million) to these local governments for the implementation of these initiatives.

The participating local governments include:
📍 Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City and Manahari Rural Municipality (Makawanpur)
📍 Bharatpur Metropolitan City, Ratnanagar Municipality, Rapti Municipality, Khairahani Municipality, and Madi Municipality (Chitwan)
📍 Madhyabindu Municipality and Kawasoti Municipality (Nawalparasi East)

The LoAs were formally signed by Dr. Chiranjibi Prasad Pokheral, Member Secretary of NTNC, and the respective Mayors/Rural Municipality Chairs/Chief Administrative Officers.

Addressing the ceremony, Dr. Pokheral highlighted the growing importance of climate finance in addressing climate change impacts and reaffirmed NTNC’s commitment to working closely with local governments to build resilient communities and sustainable livelihoods.

Among the participating local governments, the Mayors/Chairs, including Mr. Prahlad Sapkota (Ratnanagar), Mr. Shashi Kumar Khaniya (Khairahani), Ms. Tara Kumari Kaji Mahato (Madi), Mr. Bishnu Prasad Bhusal (Kawasoti), and Mr. Bhim Lal Adhikari (Madhyabindu), reaffirmed their commitment to promoting climate-smart agriculture, improving food security, and building a greener and more prosperous future for local communities.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Dil Bahadur Purja Pun, Chief Conservation Officer of Chitwan National Park; Mr. Shivaji Gayak, Chairperson of the Chitwan National Park- Buffer Zone Management Committee; and Mr. Gyanendra Mishra, Project Team Leader of GBCRP, shared insights on transforming traditional farming systems into resilient and sustainable models capable of withstanding climate-induced challenges such as droughts, floods, and erratic temperatures, while ensuring long-term food security and stable farmer incomes.

The event also featured a presentation by Dr. Manish Raj Pandey, Head of Department, Climate Change at NTNC, who highlighted the project’s key interventions, climate finance initiatives in climate-vulnerable sectors, and the current status of climate finance in Nepal.

The program commenced with welcome remarks by Mr. Raj Kumar Gurung, Chief of NTNC-BCC, and was facilitated by Ms. Lina Chalise, Senior Climate Change Officer.

Together, we are investing in climate resilience, food security, and sustainable development for communities across the Gandaki River Basin.

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01/06/2026

Culture is the heart of conservation

NTNC remains committed to preserving the unique cultural heritage of the Annapurna region. This year, we have supported local Ghatu dance groups in Sikles, Tangting, and Bhujung to encourage and sustain this tradition.

By supporting local communities, we ensure that our rich traditions continue to echo through the mountains for generations to come.
NTNC - Annapurna Conservation Area Project

27/05/2026

NTNC has finalized its strategic roadmap for the upcoming fiscal year, placing a strong emphasis on government-aligned initiatives, community designed conservation and human-wildlife coexistence.

The directives were established today during NTNC’s all Projects & Programmes Annual Review-Planning Workshop, which brought together management, project chiefs, and departmental heads to evaluate past milestones and pitch forward-looking visions.
More in the link: https://ntnc.org.np/news/ntnc-concludes-annual-review-and-planning-workshop

25/05/2026