08/06/2026
A Special Focus On A Shrinking Village _ World Environment Day With Vision For Ecological Restoration and Community Revival At Jathang
Mawphlang | A World Environment Day programme was organised on Saturday at Jathang Village by the Hima Mawphlang Multipurpose Primary Agriculture Credit Society (HMMPACS) and Earthtree, bringing together traditional leaders, students, local communities, and environmental stakeholders in a collective effort towards ecological restoration and environmental stewardship.
The programme was attended by the Lyngdoh of Hima Mawphlang, Bah C.A. Lyngdoh, along with the Myntris and Bakhraws of the Hima, representatives from four schools in Mawphlang, guides from the Sacred Groves of Hima Mawphlang, members of the Earthtree team, and the villagers of Jathang.
The event carried special significance as it was held in Jathang, one of the oldest villages under Hima Mawphlang. Once a thriving settlement, Jathang today is home to only six households. Recognising both its historical importance and future potential, Hima Mawphlang through HMMPACS has envisioned the village as a focal area for ecological restoration and the development of sustainable livelihood opportunities that can benefit future generations.
Addressing the gathering, the Lyngdoh underscored the importance of protecting and restoring the natural environment through collective community action. He reminded those present of the sacred groves preserved by the ancestors over generations, noting that these forests continue to serve as living examples of indigenous conservation practices and environmental stewardship. He expressed confidence that the initiatives being undertaken at Jathang would contribute to both environmental restoration and community well-being.
Earthtree, which works at the intersection of ecological restoration, climate resilience, and community-centred development, has partnered with Hima Mawphlang in support of this long-term vision. The organisation is committed to working alongside traditional institutions and local communities to restore landscapes while creating opportunities that strengthen rural livelihoods and local stewardship of natural resources.