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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