To build a safer future we need to understand our psychological and cultural biases and prepare a strategy to overcome these so as to infuse resilience in our communities.
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India’s Deluge: From Ancient Harmony to a Modern Flood Crisis
Climate change and unplanned urbanisation are exacerbating flood impact and the situation calls for reviewing and redefining our flood management strategy.
Santa’s Guaranteed Safe Tourist Shortcut
While trekking in the Himalayas never deviate from the designated trail for caring every or time and ensure to have the services of experienced and trained Guide.
Rishikesh: At the Crossroads of Faith and Fault Lines – A Strategy for Urban Disaster Resilience
Safe from disasters in the past makes one ignore vulnerability of Rishikesh. High footfall of pilgrims, tourists and adventure enthusiasts however enhances the risk and calls for undertaking urban resilience measures.
The Delhi-Badrinath Express and the Gasping Lungs
Fast increasing craving for express travel through the Himalayas, if not planned well, could be disastrous and derail our tourism promotion strategies.
Kagaz ki Naav Campaign and the Real Flood
Holding elections during the peak of the monsoon amounts to not only infringement of the rights of both the contestants and the voters, but also exposing them to higher risk.
The Missing Chowkidar and the Insurance of Sorrow
Insurance can’t be an alibi for exposing the officials as also general public to known risks during the monsoon season.
Mounting Earthquake Risk in Uttarakhand
Ignorance or indifference, be what we are faced with mounting earthquake risk in Uttarakhand and but for immediate and serious corrective measures we are to face disastrous consequences.
The Crack in the Wall and the Landslide’s Yaaddasht
Minor crack in the wall could be a hint of ground instability and ensuing subsidence. Avoid heavy construction over agricultural land and ensure safe disposal of wastewater to keep your area safe.
Himalayan Pilgrimage: Balancing Devotion with Danger in Uttarakhand’s Skies
Aerial Himalayan pilgrimage is fraught with risks, induced both by terrain and weather conditions. It is therefore required to limit helicopter operations and promote pilgrims to trek.