Vulnerability Atlas of India by BMTPC: Unique Tool For Disaster Management

Brought out by BMTPC, the Vulnerability Atlas of India, is the only document to tabulate damage risk to housing stock across regions of India. It highlights areas prone to natural hazards like earthquakes, high winds, cyclones, floods, landslides, and thunderstorms, based on the latest data. Its aim is to bring greater preparedness to state governments and agencies in mitigating such disasters that cause havoc to life and property.

Dr. Shailesh Kr. Agrawal, Executive Director, Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC), Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of India

Introduction

As per prevalent geo-climatic conditions, the Indian sub-continent is prone to natural hazards such as earthquakes, windstorms, cyclones, landslides, floods, and thunderstorms. In fact, India has witnessed such disasters that lead a trail of destruction and which bring irreparable loss to lives and properties.

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