Constitutional Approach To Disaster Management
Summary
Nepal’s constitution and disaster laws call for prevention, preparedness, rescue, relief and rehabilitation as core state responsibilities. The article argues that the Bhotekoshi flood shows the need for stronger federal coordination and disaster-resilient infrastructure.
Key Points
- The Constitution of Nepal 2015 frames disaster management as part of the state’s duty to protect life, dignity and other fundamental rights.
- The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act, 2017 provides the legal and institutional framework for prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and reconstruction.
- The Bhotekoshi flood is presented as evidence of the gap between constitutional provisions and real-world implementation.
- The article says effective disaster management requires coordinated action by federal, provincial and local governments before disasters strike.
