Nepal Initiates Formulation of National Monsoon Preparedness and Response Plan 2083

Kathmandu. The process to formulate the 'National Monsoon Preparedness and Response Plan, 2083' has begun to address upcoming monsoon-related disasters and mitigate potential risks.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has conducted a comprehensive interaction with stakeholders regarding this matter.

During the interaction, there was an in-depth discussion on the key contents to be included in the upcoming monsoon action plan, the structure of the plan, and the lessons learned and best practices from last year's implementation. Participants emphasized that the new action plan should not be merely theoretical but practical, implementable, and capable of achieving specified goals.

All participating stakeholder agencies reached an understanding to provide details on the status of existing human resources in their respective areas, preparedness status, response plans, and the inventory of relief materials required for initial relief as soon as possible.

The program, chaired by the Authority's Executive Chief Er. Dinesh Prasad Bhatta, saw the participation of government agencies and supporting bodies from thematic clusters, relevant departments, UN agencies, partner organizations active in the disaster sector, and experts.

Meanwhile, a 21-member task force has been formed under the coordination of Joint Secretary Roshani Kumari Shrestha of the Authority to finalize the monsoon action plan. This task force will incorporate the received suggestions and details to prepare the action plan in a timely manner.

It is believed that this action plan will provide guidance to minimize the loss of life and property during the monsoon season in previous years and to make search, rescue, and relief operations more effective.