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World Toilet Day Observed with a Focus on Mountain Sanitation in Nepal

On November 20, 2024, the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), in collaboration with the Sulabh Sanitation Club, hosted an interactive session to commemorate World Toilet Day. The event aimed to promote sanitation, hygiene, and environmental conservation in Nepal's mountainous regions, encouraging collective action to preserve the pristine beauty of these landscapes.

A highlight of the program was the administration of the Swachhta Pledge by a member of the Sulabh Sanitation Club, symbolizing the commitment of stakeholders to future collaborative efforts for environmental sustainability.

 

The session was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Dr. Narayan Regmi, Director General of Tourism, Government of Nepal, who served as the Chief Guest. Other notable attendees included Shri Thakur Raj Pandey, Acting President and Senior Vice President of NMA; Mr. Mohan Lamsal, General Secretary; Mr. Ang Tshering Sherpa, Chief Advisor; and Mr. Santa Bir Lama, Past President of NMA.

Prominent figures from the Nepalese film and mountaineering communities, such as actor and model Ms. Usha Rajak and three-time Everest summiteer Ms. Poornima Shrestha, also attended and shared their insights.

The event also drew summiteers, climbers, sherpas, and members of the media, fostering a rich exchange of ideas. It concluded with an engaging Q&A session led by members of the Sulabh Sanitation Club, addressing topics such as climate change, environmental impact, sanitation practices, and menstrual hygiene in mountain regions.

This interactive session underscored the need for collaborative action to ensure clean and sustainable environments in Nepal’s treasured mountainous landscapes.

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