Madhesh, one of the provinces most affected by climate change, is currently facing numerous challenges such as drought, waste pollution, lack of drinking water and rising temperatures. These issues have led to an unbalanced ecosystem, impacting the lives of many.

Youth in Madhesh are facing significant problems due to unemployment, lack of awareness, and unstable government. Many are leaving the country in search of better opportunities. If you ask the current generation about traditional farming practices, most are unaware, except for those studying agriculture. Youth make up a significant percentage of the population in Madhesh.

As a climate campaigner and activist in Madhesh province, I feel a deep sense of responsibility towards my generation and the ones to come. While everyone dreams of a better future for their family, my dream for society, the nation and the world. I believe in being a responsible and accountable youth, dedicated to saving our earth and contributing my energy towards this cause.

Since 2017, I have been actively involved in various social and climate-related activities. I regularly update my social media to raise awareness and encourage youth to be socially responsible and accountable.

Through social media, I got to know about the Green Shift Ambassador initiative by Creasion Nepal. I applied and was selected and also attended  an online orientation training. The challenge was to carry out activities with zero investment. Initially, I spent a week overthinking how to complete this project. However, after visiting the Creasion office and in Kathmandu and receiving guidance, I returned to Janakpurdham with renewed confidence.

I started coordinating with friends Shubham Zha, Aayush Chaudhary, and college teachers. We began our activities at Janakpur Community College and extended them to Sabaila, targeting both urban and rural areas. Sabaila, Bhathihan is my birthplace, and Janakpurdham is my hometown.

Duration of the project August to November we completed various activities such as cleanliness drives, plantation programs, Trash to Treasure competitions, Know Your Plastic sessions, and more.

Being a Green Shift Ambassador was challenging, but it taught me how one youth can contribute energy and knowledge with limited or no resources. I learned a lot about human behavior, contribution, and being a change-maker. Working with children, students, and the community was incredibly rewarding.

I realized that such projects are more needed in rural areas due to community demand. For me, this is not just a project; it’s a long-term commitment. I hope to connect with many organizations and continue working towards better climate and social action.