Mountain development and climate change in nepal; A case study of Thini ( Gharpajhong rural municipality )

Abstract

Climate change is a change in the state of the climate that can be identified by changes in the mean and / or the variability of its properties, and that persists for an extended period, typically decades or longer. Mountain development is the process of improving the lives and study investigates the impact of climate change and mountain development with a specific focus on the Thini village, Gharpajhong Rural Municipality, Mustang. The research methodology employed a concurrent triangulation approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods through household surveys, Key Informant Interviews (KII), Focus Group Discussions (FGD), and observations in Thini Village, utilizing both primary and secondary data sources, and presenting the findings through a narrative approach. The findings reveal that climate change has resulted in habitat disruption, altered weather patterns, and changes in traditional ways of life in the Thini village. These environmental changes have far-reaching implications, including the depletion of decline in snow fall, reduced agricultural productivity, and increased vulnerability of human settlements to natural disasters. While at the same time mountain development has provided people with various opportunities for their livelihoods. To address these challenges, the study recommends the adoption of sustainable resource management practices, such as responsible land use planning, water management, and forestry practices. This study emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts at local, national, and international levels to mitigate climate change impacts in mountainous regions. By implementing the recommended strategies, policymakers, communities, and stakeholders can work together to protect the environment, ensure the well being of local communities, and promote sustainable development. Keywords: climate change, mountainous regions, environmental impacts, mountain development