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Karnataka Sets 2030 Target to Lead in Disaster Prevention and Preparedness
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News18•13-10-2026, 19:30
Karnataka Sets 2030 Target to Lead in Disaster Prevention and Preparedness
- •Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara set a 2030 target for the state to become a national leader in disaster prevention and preparedness during the first meeting of the State Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction.
- •Highlighting the UN's Sendai Framework, the Deputy Chief Minister stressed that governance must focus on preventing avoidable losses rather than merely providing post-disaster relief and rehabilitation.
- •The state faces diverse hazards including droughts, floods, and landslides in the Western Ghats, which are exacerbated by rapid urbanisation and changing land-use patterns.
- •Parameshwara called for greater use of technology such as artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, and predictive analytics to improve early warnings and risk assessments.
- •The Karnataka State Disaster Risk Reduction Roadmap 2025-2030 will be translated into measurable outcomes through time-bound implementation and interdepartmental coordination.
Key Questions Answered
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced a 2030 target for the state to become a national leader in disaster prevention and preparedness.
The state is guided by the UN's Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 to enhance risk assessment, early warning systems, and resilient infrastructure.
The state advocates for the use of satellite imagery, geospatial information, artificial intelligence, and predictive analytics to enhance early warnings and risk assessments.
