The
Climate Action Symposium (CAS) 2025
is organized under the theme “Integrated
Resource Management for Climate Resilience: Transforming Communities and
Shaping Policies” by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land,
and Irrigation, in collaboration with the Climate
Resilient Integrated Water Management Project (CRIWMP) and UNDP Sri Lanka. The symposium
aims to provide a collaborative platform for professionals, researchers,
policymakers, and practitioners committed to advancing water and climate
resilience. It commences today (30th) and tomorrow (01st Oct) at Shangri-La, Colombo.
From the Climate Smart Irrigated Agriculture Project (CSIAP) in the Northern Province, Mr. George Babu, Deputy Project Director, along with his team, submitted a research paper titled “Effect of Gypsum and Fish Tonic Application on Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.) Yield in Mullaitivu District, Sri Lanka.” The paper, submitted under the theme “Climate-Smart Agriculture: Opportunities and Challenges,” has been accepted and will be presented during the Technical Presentation Sessions on the second day of the symposium.
These Technical Paper Presentation Sessions will showcase innovative research findings, field-based evidence, and case studies that contribute to strengthening climate resilience across diverse sectors. A major highlight of the second day will focus on “Community Engagement and Empowerment in Climate Adaptation”—underscoring the pivotal role of vulnerable communities in enhancing resilience, shaping inclusive policies, and advancing grassroots-driven climate action.
