Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has appreciated National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)’s integrated approach to disaster risk reduction and its focus on innovation, inter-agency coordination, and evidence-based planning.
He expressed his commendation, while visiting NDMA’s headquarters in Islamabad today, where he was given a detailed briefing.
The Minister also suggested the inclusion of disaster preparedness in civil defense and chalking out joint strategy of courses through Civil Defense Academy. He reiterated the capital disaster management regime under the supervision of NDMA.
The Minister also visited NDMA’s Centre of Excellence for Climate Change and Disaster Management, reviewing its role in training, research, and capacity development.
Interior Minister was briefed about the NDMA’s proactive modern system for early warning and awareness. Briefed on possible climate hazards to Pakistan during 2026 and proactive measures to address them in the light of Pakistan Lens.
Interior Minister appreciates NDMA’s disaster management strategy and coordination between agencies
Interior Minister also emphasized collaboration between NDMA and Civil Defense. He said that there is a need to engage the services of the Civil Defense Academy for a joint strategy and training courses to deal with disasters.
