DPNet Nepal Calls for Expert Inputs to Integrate DRR and Climate Agendas into Political Party Manifestos
January 29, 2026: Kathmandu, Nepal — DPNet Nepal has formally called for expert inputs to support the integration of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change agendas into the political party manifestos of Nepal. This initiative aims to ensure that future political commitments are risk-informed, climate-resilient, inclusive, and aligned with sustainable development priorities.
Lumbini Province Launches Provincial Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
The Provincial Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (PPDRR) of Lumbini Province has been officially established to enhance disaster risk reduction and management through strengthened multi-stakeholder coordination. The platform was formally announced during a program held on 26 January 2026 at the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Law, Deukhuri, Dang.
NDRRMA Congratulates Newly Elected DPNet-Nepal Executive Committee
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.
DPNet-Nepal Concludes 17th AGM with Earthquake Safety Focus and Disaster Management Awards
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.
28th Earthquake Safety Day Highlights Collective Action for a Safer and Resilient Nepal
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.
Inclusive DRRM Training Empowers Local Stakeholders in Bagmati
Kathmandu - 29 November 2025 - A four-day training on Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) concluded today at Eco Learning Resort, Shankharapur, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to make disaster preparedness and response more inclusive. The event, organized by ROYM, DPNet Nepal, and UN Women under the Gender Responsive Disaster Preparedness and Response project, brought together 27 participants from women’s organizations, LGBTQIA+ led groups, organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs), and other civil society actors engaged in DRR.
The training emphasized integrating GEDSI principles into all aspects of disaster management, promoting intersectional analysis, and strengthening practical skills for preparedness, response, recovery, and reconstruction. Reflecting its commitment to diversity, the participant group included 26 women, 3 men, 3 persons with disabilities, and 1 LGBTQIA+ representative.
Over four days, participants engaged in technical presentations, group exercises, case studies, field practicums, and reflection activities. They explored topics such as hazard assessment, protection and empowerment in humanitarian response, inclusive recovery and reconstruction, disaggregated data collection, and rapid gender analysis. “Disasters affect people differently depending on gender, age, disability, and socio-economic status. This training has helped us understand these nuances and apply them in planning and response,” said one participant.
A highlight of the training was a field practicum in Shankharapur Municipality wards, where participants engaged with local authorities and community members. They conducted vulnerability assessments, facilitated focus group discussions, mapped hazards, and analyzed historical disaster trends. The exercise gave participants hands-on experience in incorporating GEDSI considerations into local DRRM planning.
The training produced tangible outcomes, including improved understanding of GEDSI and intersectionality in DRRM, strengthened skills in hazard mapping and community assessment, draft GEDSI-responsive DRRM action plans, and identification of advocacy priorities for CSOs to promote gender-responsive disaster planning. It also strengthened collaboration between CSOs, OPDs, women’s organizations, and local government actors.
This initiative, led by ROYM, DPNet Nepal, and UN Women, represents a significant step toward inclusive disaster preparedness, ensuring that every community member—regardless of gender, age, or ability—has a voice and is considered when disasters strike.