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ERIC Number: ED495715
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 13
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Holistic Approach to Disaster Management for a Sustainable Future
Nath, Baiju K.
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Disasters are becoming the key concern of many nations. The term disaster usually meant for natural calamities. There of course may be a human hand behind each of the disasters, whether its' impact is small or large. Disasters can be categorized into natural and man made. In the case of natural disasters there may be some natural indicators to predict them all. But in countless man made ones the impact may be disastrous due to lack of concern by the persons responsible. Natural disasters can be classified into categories such as untimely rainfall and floods, quakes, tsunamis, cyclones, contagious diseases, etc. Identification, tracking and prediction of natural disasters are of high importance in reducing casualties. Combined efforts of indigenous and modern technology is an effective measure in this regard. Disaster management systems in various countries including India provides an idea about our preparedness in disaster management. In India administrative hazards cause increased damages in calamities. What strategy should be followed? Who does the key role? How far are these possible at the government level? Which personalities should be included? Who will done it for whom? These are some of the key questions to be answered for an effective disaster management. Preparation, Mitigation, Rescue & Relief, and Rehabilitation are the main phases in a disaster management. Identification of the existing policies and facilities in the state has an important role. Persons suitable and feasible for each phase and their training in the corresponding area should be done. The role of students, teachers, teacher educators, machines and media in effecting efficient disaster management systems is vital for a sustainable future of life on earth. That is the significance of a holistic approach for DM. Isolated thoughts, preparation, awareness programmes, other activities etc., should be cooperatively integrated with the participation of all sections of the community , because disaster has no reservation to any special sections of community. There comes the importance of holism, in thoughts, preparation and action, of the community, for the community, and by the community. Any step taken today in this direction may be helpful for a big leap in future.
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: India
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