NDMA Sets Urban Flood Resilience Plan By 2027
NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority) has convened a seminar to address recurring urban flooding and strengthen Pakistan's cities' resilience before June 2027. The event brought together various stakeholders, including government departments, urban planners, and water management experts, at the National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC).
Key Points:
- Participants emphasized that urban flooding requires a comprehensive approach beyond rainfall management, encompassing drainage capacity, infrastructure maintenance, stormwater management, and coordinated emergency preparedness.
- The seminar reviewed existing drainage networks, stormwater runoff, and infrastructure deterioration, identifying priority interventions to be completed by June 2027.
- These include improved drainage maintenance, enhanced stormwater management, protection of natural waterways, and integration of flood resilience measures into urban planning.
- Chairmen of NDMA, Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik, called for a proactive approach to urban flood management, emphasizing preparedness, resilient infrastructure, institutional ownership, and timely implementation.
- The seminar concluded with an agreement on coordinated follow-up and practical interventions under the Vision 2027 framework to mitigate urban flood risks.