As part of the implementation of the Tajikistan Resilient Landscape Restoration Project, an important event took place in Vanj District of Gorno-Badakhshan (“Mountain Badakhshan”) autonomous region (GBAO) aimed at supporting local pasture-based communities and improving veterinary services at the community level. During his official visit, Mirzonabot Alisher Khudoberdi the Governor of the region handed over essential equipment and resources to strengthen the livestock sector and enhance community resilience.
A total of 50 veterinary supply kits were distributed among the PUU in the project’s target area. Each kit included the equipment and materials required to improve the efficiency of community-level veterinary services. Specifically, the kits included:
· a two-wheeled motorcycle for community veterinary services;
· first-aid kits;
· a refrigerator for storing veterinary medicines;
· tables and chairs for organizing workspaces and community consultations.
This support aims to enhance the responsiveness and quality of veterinary services, improve animal health management, and strengthen the capacity of local communities in sustainable pasture management.
Following the event, the District Project Specialist, Ibrohim Kosimov, gave an interview in which he highlighted the importance of the equipment provided. He noted that the resources delivered under the project will significantly increase the effectiveness of veterinary services, improve livestock care, and contribute to the long-term resilience of livestock-based households in the region.
Interview with the District Project Specialist, Ibrohim Kosimov (in Tajik)
The distribution of veterinary kits is part of the project’s broader efforts to restore resilient landscapes, enhance community well-being, and improve the capacity of rural households to adapt to climate change. Supporting pasture users in Vanj District represents an important step towards the sustainable development of the region and strengthening its environmental resilience.
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The Tajikistan Resilient Landscape Restoration Project is part of the World Bank’s RESILAND CA+ program, aimed at strengthening landscape resilience across Central Asian countries. Similar national and regional activities are also being implemented in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.
The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) implements the regional component of the Tajikistan Resilient Landscape Restoration Project.
Additional Information:
Solijon Mirzoev — RESILAND Tajikistan Project Manager
Dilovarsho Dustzoda — Deputy Team Leader of the Project Implementation Group for “Sustainable Landscape Restoration in the Republic of Tajikistan: Regional Component”, CAREC