Conclave studies health impacts of climate change
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, February 15 2025: The 1st AHPICON NE II-2025, a one day conclave on climate change and its effects on human health, took place today at the City Convention Centre, Palace Compound.

The event brought together renowned experts, researchers, and stakehol-ders to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore solutions to mitigate the health impacts of climate change.

Organised by the Association of Healthcare Providers- India, Manipur Chapter and Association of Healthcare Providers-India, North East-II under the theme "Impact of Climate Change on Human Health", the conclave saw three technical sessions and a panel discussion.

The conclave was attend-ed by 600 delegates including healthcare professionals and providers, policy makers, students, environmentalists, academicians and other stakeholders at the venue and through online mode.

The opening ceremony was graced by former RIMS Director who had also served as Vice Chancellor of Manipur University ex MLA Prof Ng Bijoy, AHPI-NE II president Dr Palin Khundongbam, Director of Environment and Climate Change Dr T Brajakumar, RIMS Director Prof G Sunil Kumar Sharma and AHPI founder and patron Dr Alexander Thomas as the presidium members.

Speaking at the event, organising secretary of AHPICON-2025 Dr Khumanthem Ratankumar said that AHPI, Manipur Chapter was founded during the Covid pandemic in 2020 .

He said that cases of Dengue have increased nearly eight times in Manipur in the last five years.

Saying that Manipur has also been facing the impact of climate change like other parts of the world, Dr Ratankumar maintained that the conclave was held to discuss the critical issue of climate change and its impact on human health.

He said that the resolutions taken during the conclave will be submitted to the policy makers.

As a part of the function, media fellowships were given to four journalists apart from distributing prizes for different competitions held ahead of the conclave.

A souvenir was also released.

Dr Bijoy, on the other hand, said that rising temperatures have created a formidable challenge, affecting not only the environment but also the well-being of individuals worldwide.

He also said that the rising temperature has led to the increase of victor borne diseases, respiratory problems and mental health issues.

Dr Bjoy expressed optimism that the conclave will serve as a pivotal platform to address the impact of climate change on human health.

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