Army, NDMA Host Conclave on Disaster Resilience in Panchkula
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News18•28-01-2026, 19:15
Army, NDMA Host Conclave on Disaster Resilience in Panchkula
- •The Army's Western Command and NDMA co-hosted a conclave in Panchkula to enhance India's disaster preparedness.
- •The event aimed to shift from a reactive to a proactive, resilience-based disaster response model through inter-agency cooperation.
- •Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar emphasized the Indian Army's role as the "preferred responder" and the importance of public participation in disaster management.
- •Discussions highlighted challenges from climate change, poor air quality, and the need for preventive measures and public awareness.
- •The conclave showcased next-gen tech, AI-integrated early warning systems, and specialized rescue equipment, including drones and amphibious vehicles for disaster response.
Why It Matters: Army and NDMA collaborated in Panchkula to boost disaster resilience, emphasizing proactive measures and inter-agency synergy.
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