Binod Bhatta, PhD
Secretary
Dr. Bhatta holds a PhD in Forestry and MSc in Social Forestry from University of the Philippines, Philippines.
A renowned development professional with over 40 years of experience in the fields of forestry, environment, climate change, and sustainable development. Demonstrates a proven track record of working closely with development projects and civil society organisations since 1996. Possesses extensive expertise in project design and development, programme monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning and strategy development, environmental and social safeguards, and the facilitation and moderation of high-level workshops and stakeholder consultations. Has successfully undertaken numerous short-term and long-term assignments in these areas, providing technical assistance to a range of bilateral and multilateral development partners, including the World Bank (WB), Asian Development Bank (ADB), and United Nations (UN) agencies. Served as Team Leader for the preparation of the Chure-Terai Madhesh Conservation and Management Master Plan, commissioned by the Government of Nepal. Has made significant contributions to the development of national policies and strategies, including the Forestry Sector Strategy 2016-2025 for Nepal’s Ministry of Forests and Soil Conservation (MoFSC).