This session focuses on enhancing disaster preparedness, mitigation, and adaptive strategies for the Himalayan region — one of the most ecologically fragile and hazard-prone zones in the world. From flash floods and landslides to glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), the Himalayas face unique and intensifying risks due to climate change, unplanned development, and ecological stress. This session brings together experts, policymakers, and community leaders to build a shared understanding and action agenda for regional resilience.

To identify key natural hazards impacting the Himalayan region and their root causes.
To discuss innovative approaches in early warning systems, risk mapping, and emergency response.
To showcase community-led disaster preparedness models and indigenous knowledge systems.
To explore cross-sectoral partnerships for building long-term resilience in mountainous ecosystems.
To align disaster resilience strategies with the SDGs and climate adaptation frameworks

Disaster management authorities and civil defence personnel
Academicians, researchers, and students in environmental sciences, climate studies, and sustainability.
NGOs, CSOs, and grassroots organisations working in mountain regions.
Local government representatives and urban planners.
Stakeholders interested in resilience-building, climate adaptation, and policy interventions for fragile ecosystems.

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