JAJARKOT, MAY 28 A climate-resilient health facility was jointly inaugurated in Bheri Municipality of Jajarkot district on Wednesday, aiming to strengthen maternal and newborn healthcare services in disaster-prone areas. The refurbished Bhur Health Post was unveiled under a programme supported by the Government of Japan and implemented by UNFPA Nepal, in collaboration with the Government of Nepal. The project focuses on improving health services in vulnerable districts such as Jajarkot and Rautahat, where extreme weather events including landslides and cold waves frequently disrupt healthcare delivery. According to organisers, the upgraded facility is one of 10 model health centres being developed to withstand climate-related shocks while ensuring uninterrupted maternal and child health services. The initiative has also provided essential medical equipment, emergency response kits, and climate adaptation guidelines for local health management committees to improve preparedness and service continuity. Speaking at the event, Sriram Haridass, UNFPA Nepal Representative (a.i.) said the project demonstrates how investment and evidence-based planning can ensure safe and functional health services even during disasters. Chandra Prakash Gharti, Mayor, Bheri Municipality, reaffirmed the municipality's commitment to integrating climate adaptation into local health planning. Yasuharu Shinto, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Japan in Nepal said Japan remains committed to supporting Nepal in strengthening resilient community services and improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations. Health workers and community members also shared their experiences of accessing maternal health services during emergencies, which organisers said helped inform policy discussions. Officials said the project is part of broader efforts to strengthen climate-resilient health systems and improve maternal and newborn care in Nepal's most vulnerable regions.