Himachal Pradesh Showcases GIS Technology for Disaster Resilience at BRICS Meeting
Himachal's GIS tech for disaster resilience showcased at BRICS meet
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Himachal Pradesh presented its Geographic Information System (GIS)-driven Urban Resilience Platform at the Second BRICS Technical Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction in Puri, India. The state aims to enhance disaster preparedness and urban governance using geospatial technologies, integrating AI and ML for predictive risk assessment.
- 01Himachal Pradesh's GIS-based Decision Support System has mapped over 15,000 properties across 16 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
- 02The system utilizes high-resolution drone imagery and geospatial analytics for effective urban disaster management.
- 03Dr. Pushpendra Rana emphasized viewing cities as interconnected 'living systems' for better disaster response.
- 04The platform supports rapid post-disaster assessments and real-time alerts for decision-makers.
- 05Future integration of AI and ML technologies aims to enhance predictive risk assessment and early warning systems.
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At the Second BRICS Technical Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction held in Puri, Himachal Pradesh showcased its innovative Geographic Information System (GIS)-driven Urban Resilience Platform. This initiative positions the state as a leader in utilizing geospatial technologies for disaster preparedness and urban governance. Dr. Pushpendra Rana, Special Secretary (Disaster Management), emphasized the need for a 'living systems' approach to disaster management, viewing urban areas as interconnected networks. The GIS-based Decision Support System has already mapped over 15,000 properties across 16 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), creating a comprehensive database for emergency planning. This platform facilitates rapid post-disaster impact assessments and real-time situational awareness, crucial for effective disaster response. Furthermore, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies is planned to enhance predictive risk assessment and early warning systems, aiming to strengthen resilience in vulnerable mountain regions.
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The GIS platform enhances urban disaster management, improving preparedness and response capabilities.
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