UP CM inaugurates new building of State Disaster Management Authority, calls for collective action
Lucknow, July 19
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the new headquarters building of the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority in Lucknow on Sunday and called for developing a collective mechanism for tackling natural disasters and assisting in rescue operations.
The Chief Minister, addressing the audience after unveiling the building constructed for Rs 200 crore, said that disaster management is not merely a matter of government administration but also calls for public awareness and timely preparedness.
He emphasised that the loss of life and property can be significantly prevented through effective early warning systems, better coordination, and public awareness.
The authority's website was also launched while eight personnel from SDRF, PAC, and the Fire Services were felicitated for their commendable work in relief and rescue operations during disasters.
"We must make Uttar Pradesh such an empowered state where every citizen is fully prepared, alongside the government, to fulfil their responsibilities in any hour of crisis," CM Yogi said.
The Chief Minister said that vigilance, preparedness, and awareness regarding disasters are key to minimising the loss of life and property and stressed that it should become an integral part of every citizen's daily life.
The Chief Minister further said that the state government took swift measures to further strengthen the early warning system, aiming to minimise the loss of life in such incidents in the future.
He said that Uttar Pradesh is the first state in the country to classify human-wildlife conflict as a disaster, thereby establishing a system to provide relief and assistance to those affected. This initiative is part of the state government's comprehensive and sensitive disaster management policy.
The Chief Minister stated that UP is now better equipped and prepared than ever to minimise the loss of life and property in the event of any disaster and also emphasised that the new, state-of-the-art headquarters of the UPSDMA would strengthen the state's disaster management capabilities and play a pivotal role in ensuring swift and effective action during any natural or man-made disaster.
— IANS
Reader Comments
It's good to see the government focusing on disaster preparedness. But I wish they would also pay attention to urban flooding in cities like Lucknow and Varanasi. New buildings are fine, but proper drainage and maintenance of existing systems are equally important. Let's hope this authority works in coordination with local bodies. 🙏
Finally, Uttar Pradesh is taking disaster management seriously! As someone who lost his home in the 2021 floods, I can tell you that early warning systems save lives. The government should also focus on training local volunteers in every village—they are the first responders when roads are cut off. Proud of this step forward! 🇮🇳
A commendable effort, but I have one concern: how will this authority ensure that relief reaches the most remote areas, like the villages in eastern UP? Often, government schemes look good in Lucknow but fail in implementation. Also, Rs 200 crore is a lot—let's hope the building wasn't just a vanity project and actually houses a functional team. 🤔
Well said, CM Yogi! Disaster management is everyone's responsibility, not just the government's. I've seen how communities in Uttarakhand come together during landslides—UP can learn from them. The new building and website are great, but the real test will be during the next monsoon season. Let's see if the coordination improves. Stay safe, everyone! 🌧️
Happy to see the SDRF and fire personnel being felicitated—they risk their lives for us and often go unnoticed. 🙏
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