The erosion of their cultural practices and the diminished role of women highlight the need for more inclusive policies that acknowledge and support the unique contributions and needs of nomadic pastoralists. [...] The relevant departments of the Government should support cultural events and festivals that celebrate and promote the social and cultural identity of pastoralist communities. [...] The decentralisation of conflict resolution mechanisms and the integration of traditional systems of pastoralists and other land users should be ensured, enhancing collaboration and cooperation between nomadic pastoralists and other producers. [...] The ability of pastoralists to sustain their livelihoods is directly linked to the health of the ecosystems they inhabit, making it imperative to integrate their knowledge and practices into broader environmental conservation strategies to ensure the resilience of both pastoralist communities and the ecosystems they steward. [...] The Government should urgently conduct a comprehensive assessment of the impact of climate change on the lives of nomadic pastoral communities to determine the nature and extent of damage caused, and based on the appraisal, suitable measures should be taken to mitigate the negative impact of climate change on these communities and ensure their well- being.
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