International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 13 2023:
The Department of Relief & Disaster Management on Friday observed the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction at the Directorate's Conference Hall in Babupara.
A release issued by the Director, Relief & DM, informed that the event was attended by all the officers and staff of the Department including Civil Defence personnel.
Speaking on the occasion, K G Daigong, Director, Relief & DM, emphasised on the importance of addressing disaster risk reduction in a comprehensive approach by pooling both traditional & scientific knowledge.
He also sounded the need for concerted effort of all the stakeholders to initiate responsible actions towards disaster risk reduction.
"We need an inclusive approach to save lives and livelihoods from disasters and protect development gains from loss", he added.
He also asserted that adhering to building bylaws and constructing houses favourable to earthquake resistance as the State falls under Seismic Zone V will save lives & property.
"Likewise, adhering to proper terrace/ slope cuts in new road projects will decrease unwanted accidents and loss of lives due to landslides.
The authorities and implementing agencies should consider our soil, topography and heavy monsoon in road projects to reduce disasters like the Marangching tragic landslide incident of June-July 2022", he said.
The Director also elaborated on this year's international theme, "Fighting inequality for a resilient future.
Let's Break the Cycle" and urged all the stakeholders to increase efforts to decrease disaster risks in all sectors and all levels.