Government Approves Grant for Endangered Fish Conservation in Trishuli River Basin
Summary
The Nepal government approved a 1.27 million USD grant to conserve endangered native fish species in the Middle Trishuli River Basin and support local fishing communities from 2026 to 2029.
Key Points
- Nepal government approved grant assistance for endangered fish conservation in Middle Trishuli River Basin.
- Project targets native species like Asla, Katle, and Sahar in cold waters.
- Funding of approximately 1.27 million USD comes via Global Biodiversity Framework Fund through Global Environment Facility.
- Project includes biodiversity-friendly practices and establishing aqua-farms to aid sustainable livelihoods in Nuwakot district over three years.
