Azam for better urban planning to save lives from disasters

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DHAKA, November 05, 2024 (BSS) – Adviser on Disaster Management and Relief, Faruk E Azam, today emphasized on introducing strong early warning systems, improved building codes and better urban planning to save lives from disasters .

“Due to its geographical location, Bangladesh is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. Due to lack of awareness and knowledge, Bangladesh has to constantly face man-made disasters,” he said.

The councilor said this while speaking as the chief guest at a workshop titled ‘Urban Disaster Management: Issues and Remedies’ organized by the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief at the Bangladesh Institute of Administration and Management Foundation Multipurpose Hall ( BIAM) from the city, a press release said.

Azam said: “The risk will only be reduced if people are aware. It is very difficult to make everyone aware. Creating such awareness should start at home. Besides, instead of depending on the government, volunteers should be created everywhere”.

The workshop was attended, among others, by the Secretary of the Ministry of Disaster Management and Assistance, Mr. Kamrul Islam.