KATHMANDU: Chairman of the Maoist Center Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has emphasized the vital necessity of geological research before the construction of infrastructure and human settlements. In a meeting, he was presented with a report from the Natural Disaster Management Department of the party, which highlighted his prior support for planned development since his first tenure as prime minister.

The paper emphasizes the dangers of flooding and inundation in the Tarai and urban areas, as well as the susceptibility of mountainous regions to landslides. It was written with expert input after trips to places devastated by disasters. Inadequate infrastructure and poorly managed settlements are the root causes of these problems, therefore development planning must take these vulnerabilities into account.

Prachanda asserted that all development initiatives should be based on geological assessments to mitigate risks associated with disasters such as landslides, flooding, and earthquakes. He reiterated the necessity for a proactive approach to disaster management, which should incorporate scientific evaluations into settlement and infrastructure planning.

He expressed gratitude to the Natural Disaster Management Department for their work and declared that he would be sending the government a memorandum based on the report's conclusions. It is anticipated that the measures for enhancing response and preparation for disasters will be outlined in this document.

Prachanda also noted the significance of developing catastrophe response strategies that prioritize scientific techniques in their creation. The objectives of this strategic planning include community safety and increased resilience to natural disasters.

The speaker advocated for enhanced efficacy of governmental processes, namely in examining the rationale behind any postponements in emergency rescue efforts. For disaster response operations to be more effective, these kinds of reviews are crucial.

Prachanda urged that since present rescue, relief, and rehabilitation operations are not living up to public expectations, the government should mobilize all resources at its disposal. His comments demonstrate his dedication to strengthening community safety generally and disaster management in the face of natural calamities.