Nepal’s devastating floods underline the urgent need for stronger early warning, faster humanitarian response, and closer regional cooperation across the Himalayas.

In a NewsX discussion on the Nepal flood crisis and India’s humanitarian assistance, Mr. Mihir R. Bhatt, Director, All India Disaster Mitigation Institute (AIDMI), highlighted the importance of timely relief, support to affected communities, and stronger preparedness for future cross-border climate and disaster risks.

Panel Members:

• Mr. Vineet Malhotra, Senior Consulting Editor
• Ms. Bhaswati Mukherjee, Ambassador / Former Permanent Representative, Indian Diplomatic Missions Abroad
• Lt Gen Sanjay Kulkarni, Second Lieutenant Anant Bhuyan secured Bilafond La.
• Tenzin Tsundue, Writer and Activist for Himalaya
• Mr. Mihir R. Bhatt, Director, All India Disaster Mitigation Institute (AIDMI)

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjwz8iXMAis

The discussion highlighted the importance of saving lives, reaching affected communities quickly, restoring essential services, and strengthening preparedness for future climate and disaster risks across South Asia.

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