In this article we will discuss about the role of various agencies in disaster management in India. 1. Role of the Union Government: Although the State Government concerned has the primary responsibility for crisis management, the Union Government plays a key supportive role in terms of physical and financial resources and providing complementary measures, such as early warning and co-ordination [...]
An integrated inter-sectoral approach consists of two primary phases: 1. Hazard Vulnerability and Risk Assessments 2. Mitigation Strategy Planning. Approach # 1. Hazard Vulnerability and Risk Assessments: It establishes the baseline context for integrated decision-making. It consists of four parts: 1. Define the boundaries of the project area (entire country, one community, etc.) 2. Hazard identification 3. Vulnerability assessment 4. [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Yokohama Strategy 2. Principles for Yokohama Strategy 3. Basis 4. Assessment of the Status of Disaster Reduction Midway into the Decade 5. Yokohama Strategy for the Year 2000 and beyond 6. Plan of Action for Yokohama Strategy. Introduction to Yokohama Strategy: World Conference on Natural Disaster Reduction was held at [...]