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Summary

The journal is about Disaster Risk Reduction and Building Resilience in the Hindu Kush Himalaya. It entails that the mountain communities in the Himalayan region face increasing risks from natural hazards, exacerbated by climate change. Flash floods and landslides, especially during the monsoon season, pose significant threats, leading to rising casualties and economic losses. Gender disparities in disaster impacts are evident due to women's limited access to information, resources, and decision-making power. Climate change must be factored into risk assessments for these sensitive mountain areas, fostering safer land use practices and resilient infrastructure. Cross-border cooperation and improved accessibility are crucial for effective early warning systems. A holistic approach integrating hazard, exposure, and vulnerability assessments is needed for sustainable mountain development and disaster risk reduction, addressing socioeconomic dimensions like income inequality and governance.