REPORT: Climate Change and Sustainable Livelihood for Camel Herders in Ladakh

The talk was a part of the ‘Expert Talk Series’ organized by the JK Policy Institute, a special initiative to bring together subject matter experts to provide insights and recommendations on various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through focused dialogue sessions. This particular session was centred around Sustainable Development Goal 13 – Climate Action and the chosen topic of discussion was “Climate Change and Sustainable Livelihood for Camel Herders in Ladakh.”

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The esteemed speaker for this session was Dr. Smruti, a highly accomplished and multifaceted figure in the field of veterinary science and climate change. With a PhD in Veterinary Physiology and extensive experience as a practitioner, educator, consultant, and researcher, Dr Smruti’s expertise spans a diverse range of areas, including milk production, indigenous people, pastoralism, rural development, animal welfare, agriculture policies, and global climate change. Her credentials are further bolstered by her active involvement with organizations like the Resource Group for South Asian Pastoral Alliance and her recognition as a science writer with numerous awards.