Gangtok disaster management stakeholders attend NDMA orientation and coordination meeting

GANGTOK, :  The Gangtok district officials, line department officials and other key stakeholders involved in disaster management and emergency response attended an orientation and coordination conference conducted via video conference by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) today.

The conference focused on Incident Response System (IRS) activities, Tabletop Exercises (TTEx) and mock exercises to enhance disaster preparedness and response, informs a press release.

The primary objective of the meeting was to discuss the initial plans and conduct upcoming mock exercises aimed at testing and improving the readiness of all involved stakeholders.

The IRS framework emphasizes the efficient mobilization and utilization of resources and information during disasters. Key activities discussed included timely situation assessments, effective information dissemination, seamless resource mobilization, and clear assignment of responsibilities among different agencies.

The NDMA has directed district administrations to plan and execute both mock exercises and tabletop exercises. These exercises will simulate various disaster scenarios at critical infrastructure locations to ensure a high level of preparedness.

During the meeting, the district collectors provided updates on their preparations and plans for the upcoming mock drills.

It was announced that the Tabletop Exercise will be conducted on September 10, followed by a district-wide mock drill exercise on September 12. These exercises aim to enhance coordination among agencies and ensure a swift, effective response in real disaster situations, the release adds.