A climate change discussion was held in Nayarambalam Grama Panchayat, organized by CLAN and Grassroute. Community members, including farmers and social workers, discussed issues like tidal flooding and waste management. CLAN plans to digitize the data for local administration. The event marked the start of a broader climate action initiative across Kerala.
A comprehensive public discussion on climate change challenges within the Nayarambalam Grama Panchayat was successfully conducted, spearheaded by the Climate Leaders Action Network (CLAN), a prominent national organization dedicated to climate change initiatives. The event, facilitated by Grassroute, provided a vital platform for community engagement.
The discussion saw active participation from diverse segments of the community, including farmers, fishermen, social workers, housewives, and representatives of residents impacted by tidal flooding. A key component of the session involved participants collaboratively identifying and marking affected areas on large-scale maps of the panchayat.
During the discussion, attendees highlighted a range of critical issues confronting the Nayarambalam panchayat, encompassing concerns such as tidal flooding, traffic congestion, and waste management. CLAN intends to digitize this invaluable information for subsequent submission to both the panchayat administration and the public.
Ms. Abshana Jamal, President of CLAN, remarked, “This initiative marks the commencement of a grassroots data collection effort that CLAN plans to replicate across Kerala.” She further emphasized, “Our primary objective is to empower panchayats in effectively addressing and mitigating the impacts of climate change.”
The discussion was skillfully moderated by Mr. Shyam Krishnan, a CLAN Executive Committee Member. Dignitaries present included Mr. Sreeraj K.T., President of Grassroute, along with CLAN members Ms. Agnus Mariam, Mr. Amjad Anwar, Ms. Shyama Praveen, and Mr. Amos C. Prominent social activists Mr. Supri Kattuparambil and Mr. Dishi Kochuthara, as well as local farmers Mr. Maria Das and Mr. Jose Vattathara, also actively contributed to the discussion.
