Day1 kicked off in Shillong with Hon'ble Governor C.H. Vijayashankar inaugurating the conference! His keynote highlighted the urgent need to protect indigenous flora, boost community forest management, and tackle climate change. Experts from 12 Indian states, Kenya, JICA Kenya, and global institutions came together to explore innovative solutions in springshed management, agroforestry, and AI-driven forest conservation. The collaborative energy was inspiring as Day 1 set the tone for transformative action toward a greener future!
Day 2 of the conference, Hon'ble Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma delivered an insightful address highlighting the successes of JICA projects in Meghalaya. Key discussions focused on promoting community ownership through dedicated funding and transparent governance, advancing climate adaptation through wetland conservation and sustainable agriculture, and leveraging transformative technologies such as drones for resource management. The workshop concluded with recommendations to enhance institutional collaboration, integrate traditional knowledge, and prioritize open-source data-sharing to build resilient ecosystems and sustainable livelihoods. Together, we are paving the way for sustainable development and stronger communities!
