Initiation of BABA (Balbalika and Batabaran) Program

24th Sep, 2024

Bottlers Nepal Limited in partnership with Centre for Integrated Urban Development (CIUD) commenced BABA (Balbalika and Batabaran translates to Children and Environment) program, in the presence of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) in two community schools in the inner core city areas of Kathmandu. The program was launched through an inception workshop with the presence of representatives from KMC, City Planning Commission and the schools where the program will be held. BABA project is envisioned by Kathmandu Metropolitan City for its government schools (which are now directly under the KMC).

The intent of this project is to provide additional knowledge beyond books and to capacitate students in the sector of environmental issues and responsibilities, which includes waste management, recycling, reuse, upcycling, waste to art, and many other activities. The school based program has been consciously designed with hands-on learnings on eco-friendly practices like waste segregation, recycling, reusing, and upcycling. The program will include activities on topics related to WASH, Urban Water Management and Solid Waste Management.