G.B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (NIHE) to organize 3-day Himalayan Conclave from 13th November, at Almora, Uttarakhand

Key Points

1. The G.B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (NIHE) is organizing a 3-day Himalayan Conclave from 13th-15th November 2025 in Almora, Uttarakhand.
2. The conclave aims to develop a strategic vision for the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) by 2047, aligning with India's ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision.
3. The IHR covers 11 states and 2 Union Territories and faces challenges like climate change, unsustainable land use, and natural hazards.
4. The conclave will focus on six thematic areas, including Himalayan biodiversity, land-water-atmosphere interactions, and socio-economic development.
5. The event is co-hosted by UNDP in collaboration with national and international organizations, including the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and DST.
6. The conclave aims to develop an updated Himalayan Action Plan to guide the region toward a secure, inclusive, and sustainable future.