A nationwide program geared toward minimizing injury throughout disasters by means of coordinated efforts of all related establishments can be launched in Colombo at this time (Jan. 14).
The announcement was made by Minister of Science and Know-how – Prof. Krishantha Abeysena throughout a media briefing on Jan. 12.
The minister stated the initiative seeks to establish scientific and technological gaps that hinder catastrophe mitigation and to strengthen collaboration amongst establishments.
This system will obtain authorities help to advance current college and institutional analysis.
District secretaries from disaster-affected areas are additionally anticipated to take part.
Organized collectively by authorities companies, universities, and different establishments, this system is deliberate to proceed periodically past the primary session.
Over 4,000 landslide-prone areas
Talking on the media briefing, secretary to the Ministry of Science and Know-how – Y.L. Mr. Mohammed Nawawi, emphasised the significance of university-level analysis and knowledge in catastrophe prevention, noting the necessity to share data throughout establishments to construct an efficient community.
He highlighted that the Arthur C. Clarke Heart has recognized over 4,000 landslide-prone areas throughout the island, stressing that collaboration amongst scientists and analysis our bodies is essential to stop tragedies like these attributable to Cyclone Ditwah final 12 months.
