On Saturday, senior officials from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) briefed Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on the outcomes of the Second BRICS Technical Meeting of the Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group, which took place in Puri. Dr. Krishna S. Vatsa, a member of the NDMA, and Rita Missal, accompanied by Odisha Special Relief Commissioner Rajesh Prabhakar Patil, discussed key deliberations focused on enhancing disaster risk reduction, resilience-building, and international cooperation. Garg praised the successful hosting of the meeting and reaffirmed Odisha's commitment to strengthening disaster resilience through effective preparedness measures and response systems. She highlighted the state's accomplishments in cyclone preparedness and community-based disaster response, which have garnered national and international recognition. The discussions underscored the need for collaboration among BRICS nations to improve disaster risk reduction strategies, particularly in light of increasing climate-related challenges. Officials noted that Odisha is dedicated to utilizing global experiences and technological advancements to enhance its disaster management capabilities and preparedness framework.