Lokendra Khatri is an enthusiastic undergraduate dedicated to advancing agricultural knowledge and sustainability. Currently, he is actively participating in learning and practicing leadership development as an OMLAS Fellow with One Million Leaders Asia. Serving as a Network Coordinator at Nepalese Youth for Climate Action in Baitadi, he has led environmental awareness initiatives. His volunteer experience includes contributing to UNDP Nepal's "My Votes Matter" campaign and serving as an enumerator for the Agriculture Census 2022. Proficient in various skills such as surveying, data analysis, and public speaking, he is eager to make a meaningful impact through continuous learning.

As an OMLAS project, Lokendra aims to enhance food security through community empowerment, sustainable food production, and resilient agricultural practices. By preserving genetic diversity in food production, he aims to strengthen agricultural resilience to environmental challenges and ensure food sovereignty for local communities. The proposed project will take place in the Mid-Hills of Far Western Nepal, and it aligns with SDG 2: Zero Hunger.