Nepal Highlights DRR Initiatives at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference
The Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) is an intergovernmental conference that plays a crucial role in shaping the disaster risk management strategies of the Asia-Pacific region, the most disaster-prone area in the world. Established to facilitate the implementation of the global frameworks like the Hyogo Framework for Action (2005-2015) and, subsequently, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030), the APMCDRR has evolved into one of the most important platforms for enhancing regional cooperation in disaster risk reduction (DRR). The first conference, then known as the Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (AMCDRR), was held in Beijing in 2005. It marked the beginning of a series of conferences that have since been hosted in countries such as India, Malaysia, the Republic of Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, and Mongolia, showcasing the region’s commitment to DRR.
DPNet and DiMaNN Present DRR Recommendations to NDRRMA
On October 6, 2024, DPNet and DiMaNN jointly handed over a set of comprehensive disaster risk reduction recommendations to the Executive Chief of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). This event, led by DPNet Chair Dr. Raju Thapa and DiMaNN Chair Mr. Surya Bahadur Thapa, marks a step in improving disaster preparedness and resilience across Nepal’s seven provinces.
DPNet Nepal Discussion Program with Advisor
On October 6, 2024, DPNet Nepal organized advisor meeting at Nepal Red Cross Society Hall. The objective of the discussion was to highlight the challenges faced by country in the wake of the devastating floods and landslides. The insights shared by the speakers reflect a recognition of the systemic failures that have exacerbated the impact of this disaster.
National Dialogue on Post-Disaster Issues and Challenges of Landless People
On 30th September 2024, National Dialogue was held at Moksha, Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, on Post-Disaster Issues and Challenges of Landless People organized by ASF Nepal and Foundation Abbe Pierre in collaboration with DPNet Nepal, CSRC, N-CDMC, and DiMaNN. This program was conducted in a hybrid format. The event was chaired by Dr. Raju Thapa, DPNet Chairperson, and Chair of the Cooperative and Natural Resources Committee, Federal Parliament House of Representative Honorable Kusum Thapa Magar as a chief guest of a program.
Empowering Local Communities for Disaster Risk Reduction Discussed at Hetauda
On September 23, 2024 discussion program was held on Disaster Risk Reduction localization in Hetauda, drawing attention to important issues surrounding disaster preparedness and governance at the local level. The event was chaired by Ms. Ramila Sapkota, Chairperson of the NGO Federation of Nepal (NFN) in Makawanpur. The chief guest was the Honorable Minister for Transport, Labor, and Employment, Pream Bhakta Maharjan. Among the key figures present were Chief District Officer (CDO) of Makawanpur, Tirtharaj Chiluwal, Chief of the District Coordination Committee, Lalit Glan, and Suresh Khanal, a representative from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Law.
Discussion Program on DRR Governance Held in Biratnagar
On 22 September 2024, a discussion program on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) governance was organized jointly by ARWSO Nepal, DPNet, DiMaNN, and NGO Federation in Biratnagar. The event, held in the context of increasing disaster risks, brought together key stakeholders from various sectors, including representatives from NGOs, media, and the private sector. The program was chaired by Lakhan Lal Shah, representing the NGO Federation of Koshi Province. Hon. Ram Dev Yadav, the Chairperson of the Industry, Tourism, and Environment Committee of the Koshi Province, attended as the Chief Guest, while Koshi Province Assembly member Hon. Jaya Prakash Chaudhary was present as the Distinguished Guest.