Nepal Rastriya Bank Governor, Maha Prasad Adhikari calls for bamboo use for green economy

Patan (Lalitpur), Feb 6: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari has highlighted the potential of bamboo in promoting a green economy and creating an environmentally friendly atmosphere.

During his address at a programme to share details about the upcoming First National Bamboo Conference, scheduled from February 27 to March 1 in Diktel, Khotang, the central bank’s governor stressed the need for a green economy for sustainable economic growth.

He stated that the decision to host the conference in Diktel, rather than in an urban centre, presents a challenge to urban-centric events and encourages a broader, more inclusive perspective.

Governor Adhikari expressed his hope that the Bamboo Conference would set a new precedent for promoting the green economy.

He committed to supporting, both officially and personally, the production, use, and export of bamboo products.

Nepal is home to 81 species of bamboo.

The country accounts for 19 per cent of the global bamboo coverage.

According to Diktel municipality mayor Tirtha Raj Bhattarai, the Conference will be attended by representatives from government and non-government agencies, 100 forest users’ groups, 50 universities and research centres and 100 students.

The event will be held under the theme of “Where there is bamboo, there is life; where is life, there is bamboo”.

RSS