FIRST SESSION OF NATIONAL PLATFORM FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION (NPDRR)

BACKGROUND

Over the years India has been able to establish a holistic Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) apparatus at National, State and District levels. The legal framework and the institutional structure are gradually taking root in dealing with disaster risk management. Disaster Risk Reduction being a cross-cutting development issue requires political and legal commitment, scientific knowledge, careful development planning, application of technology, law enforcement, community participation, early warning systems and effective disaster preparedness and response mechanism. There is a need to foster an enabling environment for developing a culture of prevention and to enable concerted measures to facilitate the integration of disaster management into developmental planning in various sectors and at all levels, from the National to the local, through a participatory decision making process.

In pursuit of this goal, Government of India has constituted a multi-stakeholder National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR) vide Government's Resolution No.47-31/2012-DM-III dated 26th February 2013 . The National Platform aims to bring together the whole range of India's disaster risk community from Government, Parliamentarians, Mayors, Media, International Organisations, NGOs, local community representatives, scientific and academic institutions and corporate businesses etc. It will help in sharing of experiences, views and ideas, present findings of research and action and explore opportunities for mutual cooperation in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction. The output from the National Platform will offer a strategic direction and a road map for the formulation of our future national action plans on DRR.

FUNCTIONS OF THE NATIONAL PLATFORM

To review the progress made in the field of disaster management from time to time.
To appreciate the extent and manner in which the Disaster Management Policy has been implemented by the Central and State Governments, and other concerned agencies, and to give appropriate advice in the matter.
To advise on coordination between the Central and State Governments/UT Administrations, local self-governments and civil society organisations for Disaster Risk Reduction.
To advise suo-moto or on a reference made by the Central Government or any other State Government or a Union Territory Administration on any question pertaining to disaster management.
To review the National Disaster Management Policy.

Following the constitution of NPDRR, the Government of India is organizing the "First Session of National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction" in New Delhi at the Vigyan Bhawan, 13-14 May 2013. The First session of NPDRR will have the theme, "Mainstreaming DRR in Development: From Risk to Resilience".

PARTNERS

The National Platform is being hosted by Ministry of Home Affairs along with National Disaster Management Authority and National Institute of Disaster Management in collaboration with other national and international organizations. The Secretariat of the Platform is located at National Institute of Disaster Management.

INAUGURATION & VALEDICTORY SESSION

Hon'ble Prime Minister has kindly consented to inaugurate the event. The valedictory session will be presided by Hon'ble Minister of State (R), Ministry of Home Affairs.

PROGRAMME & AGENDA

It is proposed to organize one plenary session and six thematic sessions during the event. Booklet containing Background, brief about Plenary & Thematic Sessions, Program Schedule & brief CV's of the Resource Person is available here

Plenary Sessions (13 May 2013)
- Mainstreaming DRR in Development : Achievements & Way Ahead
Thematic Sessions (14 May, 2013)
- Harnessing Technology for DRR;
- Making Our Cities Safe;
- Risk Financing Mechanisms;
- Long Term Recovery & Rehabilitation;
- Public Policy and Governance; and
- Multi-stakeholder Consultation.
Pre-Events
- Gender & Disaster
  (2nd April 2013, Delhi University Campus, New Delhi)
- Risk Transfer Mechanism
  (17th April 2013, India International Centre Annexe, New Delhi)
- Post HFA 2015 Framework
  (27th April 2013, India International Centre Annexe, New Delhi)

KEY EXPECTED OUTCOMES FROM THE FIRST SESSION

Creation of a dynamic and vibrant forum for decision makers, partners, experts and practitioners of DRR to announce initiatives, share information, promote campaigns and provide evidence relating to Disaster Risk Reduction.
To give a direction for the development and use of new tools and methodologies aimed at understanding and applying the economic and financial tools in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction.
Generate ideas and programs on building resilience among communities at regional, sub-regional and local levels.
To assess the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action in the country and draft agenda for action on Post-HFA (2015).
Laying down priorities and directions for the future in the field of DRR.

EXHIBITION

An exhibition of display of innovative ideas, projects, products and services in the field of disaster risk reduction shall also be organized. Organizations/institutions interested in displaying their activities/products may contact FICCI at npdrr@ficci.com.

PARTICIPATION

The National Platform has been conceptualized as a forum to bring together various stakeholders like policy makers, administrators, professional disaster managers, UN organizations, multilateral organizations, scientists, technocrats, academicians, corporate and private sectors, community leaders, representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions and NGOs into a comprehensive consultative process.

CALL OF PAPERS

Interested participants may submit the papers for which abstracts not exceeding 500 words either electronically (e-mail) or by post to the Secretariat on the subject of Plenary/Thematic sessions latest by 31 March 2013. Shortlisted author's abstracts/papers shall be required to submit their final paper(s).

REGISTRATION

Online Registration is closed now. However, registered participants may check status of their registration here.

NATIONAL PLATFORM FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION SECRETARIAT

National Institute of Disaster Management,
5-B, I. P. Estate, Ring Road,
New Delhi 110002, INDIA.
Tele-Fax: +91-11-23724308
Email: npdrr.india@gmail.com
Website: http://nidm.gov.in/npdrr


BACKGROUND Over the years India has been able to establish a holistic Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) apparatus at National, State and District levels. The legal framework and the institutional structure are gradually taking root in dealing with disaster risk management. Disaster Risk Reduction being a cross-cutting development issue requires political and legal commitment, scientific knowledge, careful development planning, application of technology, law enforcement, community participation, early warning systems and effective disaster preparedness and response mechanism. There is a need to foster an enabling environment for developing a culture of prevention and to enable concerted measures to facilitate the integration of disaster management into developmental planning in various sectors and at all levels, from the National to the local, through a participatory decision making process. In pursuit of this goal, Government of India has constituted a multi-stakeholder National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR) vide Government's Resolution No.47-31/2012-DM-III dated 26th February 2013 . The National Platform aims to bring together the whole range of India's disaster risk community from Government, Parliamentarians, Mayors, Media, International Organisations, NGOs, local community representatives, scientific and academic institutions and corporate businesses etc. It will help in sharing of experiences, views and ideas, present findings of research and action and explore opportunities for mutual cooperation in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction. The output from the National Platform will offer a strategic direction and a road map for the formulation of our future national action plans on DRR. FUNCTIONS OF THE NATIONAL PLATFORM To review the progress made in the field of disaster management from time to time. To appreciate the extent and manner in which the Disaster Management Policy has been implemented by the Central and State Governments, and other concerned agencies, and to give appropriate advice in the matter. To advise on coordination between the Central and State Governments/UT Administrations, local self-governments and civil society organisations for Disaster Risk Reduction. To advise suo-moto or on a reference made by the Central Government or any other State Government or a Union Territory Administration on any question pertaining to disaster management. To review the National Disaster Management Policy. Following the constitution of NPDRR, the Government of India is organizing the "First Session of National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction" in New Delhi at the Vigyan Bhawan, 13-14 May 2013. The First session of NPDRR will have the theme, "Mainstreaming DRR in Development: From Risk to Resilience". PARTNERS The National Platform is being hosted by Ministry of Home Affairs along with National Disaster Management Authority and National Institute of Disaster Management in collaboration with other national and international organizations. The Secretariat of the Platform is located at National Institute of Disaster Management. INAUGURATION & VALEDICTORY SESSION Hon'ble Prime Minister has kindly consented to inaugurate the event. The valedictory session will be presided by Hon'ble Minister of State (R), Ministry of Home Affairs. PROGRAMME & AGENDA It is proposed to organize one plenary session and six thematic sessions during the event. Booklet containing Background, brief about Plenary & Thematic Sessions, Program Schedule & brief CV's of the Resource Person is available here Plenary Sessions (13 May 2013) Mainstreaming DRR in Development : Achievements & Way Ahead Thematic Sessions (14 May, 2013) Harnessing Technology for DRR; Making Our Cities Safe; Risk Financing Mechanisms; Long Term Recovery & Rehabilitation; Public Policy and Governance; and Multi-stakeholder Consultation. Pre-Events Gender & Disaster (2nd April 2013, Delhi University Campus, New Delhi) Risk Transfer Mechanism (17th April 2013, India International Centre Annexe, New Delhi) Post HFA 2015 Framework (27th April 2013, India International Centre Annexe, New Delhi) KEY EXPECTED OUTCOMES FROM THE FIRST SESSION Creation of a dynamic and vibrant forum for decision makers, partners, experts and practitioners of DRR to announce initiatives, share information, promote campaigns and provide evidence relating to Disaster Risk Reduction. To give a direction for the development and use of new tools and methodologies aimed at understanding and applying the economic and financial tools in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction. Generate ideas and programs on building resilience among communities at regional, sub-regional and local levels. To assess the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action in the country and draft agenda for action on Post-HFA (2015). Laying down priorities and directions for the future in the field of DRR. EXHIBITION An exhibition of display of innovative ideas, projects, products and services in the field of disaster risk reduction shall also be organized. Organizations/institutions interested in displaying their activities/products may contact FICCI at npdrr@ficci.com. PARTICIPATION The National Platform has been conceptualized as a forum to bring together various stakeholders like policy makers, administrators, professional disaster managers, UN organizations, multilateral organizations, scientists, technocrats, academicians, corporate and private sectors, community leaders, representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions and NGOs into a comprehensive consultative process. CALL OF PAPERS Interested participants may submit the papers for which abstracts not exceeding 500 words either electronically (e-mail) or by post to the Secretariat on the subject of Plenary/Thematic sessions latest by 31 March 2013. Shortlisted author's abstracts/papers shall be required to submit their final paper(s). REGISTRATION Online Registration is closed now. However, registered participants may check status of their registration here. NATIONAL PLATFORM FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION SECRETARIAT National Institute of Disaster Management, 5-B, I. P. Estate, Ring Road, New Delhi 110002, INDIA. Tele-Fax: +91-11-23724308 Email: npdrr.india@gmail.com Website: http://nidm.gov.in/npdrr
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