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India Takes Chair of Asian Disaster Preparedness Center

India has taken over as chairman of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) for 2024-25, taking over from China. Rajendra Singh, Head of National Disaster Management Authority.

India's New Leadership Role

  • India assumed chairmanship of ADPC for 2024-25 on July 25, 2024, in Bangkok
  • Took over from China, the previous chair for 2023-24
  • Rajendra Singh, Head of National Disaster Management Authority, represents India
  • Singh chaired the 5th Board of Trustee meeting of ADPC
  • Reflects India's growing global and regional leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
  • Aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for disaster management

About the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC)

  • ADPC established in 1986 as a non-profit, autonomous regional organization
  • Promotes regional cooperation in disaster risk reduction and climate resilience
  • Focuses on Asia and the Pacific region
  • Addresses impacts of natural hazards and climate change
  • Supports global initiatives on climate and urban resilience
  • Aims to improve humanitarian response to disasters
  • Headquarters located in Bangkok, Thailand

ADPC Founding Members and Structure

  • Nine founding members: India, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Thailand
  • Provides a mechanism for addressing emerging impacts of natural hazards
  • Operates as an international organization for cooperation and implementation of DRR strategies
  • Board of Trustees oversees operations and strategic direction

India's Initiatives and Commitment

  • India playing a global and regional leadership role in Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Prime Minister Modi's government has taken several global initiatives
  • Notably established the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
  • India's chairmanship of ADPC aligns with its broader commitment to disaster management
  • Demonstrates India's dedication to building resilience in the Asia-Pacific region

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