National Disaster Risk Reduction Authority Unveils Monsoon Response Plan
Summary
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has unveiled a monsoon response plan deploying 26,000 security personnel and mobilizing 14,000 volunteers to tackle potential monsoon-induced disasters affecting 51,000 households this year.
Key Points
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has approved the Monsoon Preparedness and Response National Action Plan-2083.
- 26,000 security personnel from the army, police, and armed police will be deployed for disaster response this monsoon.
- Approximately 51,000 households are expected to be affected by monsoon-induced disasters this year.
- Rs 7.56 billion from district, provincial, and central Disaster Management Funds will be used for response, rescue, and relief operations.
