4th National Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (NCDRR) -2025
World Humanitarian Day (2025)
Disaster Preparedness Network-Nepal (DPNet), established in 1996, stands as a key national umbrella organization dedicated to enhancing disaster management in Nepal through a unified approach involving national and international agencies. The core focus of DPNet is on fostering coordination, collaboration, learning, and sharing of experiences in strengthening disaster management practices. The organization plays a crucial role in knowledge management, capacity building, policy advocacy, and in facilitating networking among government and relevant stakeholders.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) hosted a welcome program on January 22 to congratulate the newly elected Executive Committee of the Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet-Nepal), led by Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari, following the successful conclusion of DPNet’s 17th General Assembly.
The 17th Annual General Assembly (AGM) of the Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet-Nepal) successfully concluded today, underscoring the importance of earthquake early warning systems and strengthening local disaster management capacities.
Kathmandu, 16 January 2025, Nepal marked the 28th Earthquake Safety Day with a formal national program emphasizing collective action for earthquake risk reduction and preparedness. DPNet Nepal actively participated in the event, joining other disaster risk reduction (DRR) frontline organizations to promote awareness and community resilience. The program was organized by the Ministry of Urban Development, the Department of Urban Development and Building Construction, the National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal (NSET), and the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), with the participation of Kathmandu Metropolitan City and support from the United Nations system.
The event highlighted safe practices during earthquakes, including the national “Drop, Cover, and Hold” drill and a nationwide hand-holding initiative. Many DRR frontline organizations set up stalls showcasing educational and informative resources, and a public awareness rally was organized from Basantapur to Khula Manch.
During the exhibition, Home Minister Mr. Om Prakash Aryal and Vice Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Ms. Sunita Dangol visited the stalls. DPNet Nepal presented them with disaster risk reduction-related publications, and DPNet Nepal representatives Mr. Suraj Gautam and Mr. Shakti Gurung interacted with the dignitaries, sharing insights on ongoing DRR initiatives and community-based preparedness efforts. Senior government leaders and partners reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening disaster resilience, and the program concluded with the inauguration of an Earthquake Safety Exhibition.
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