India, Oct. 13 -- As the world marks the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction on October 13, India faces a defining moment. Once-isolated natural events have become interconnected, human-driven crises. The need to shift from relief to prevention, from reaction to resilience, has never been more urgent

Each year on 13 October, the world observes the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, a global reminder that disasters are not mere acts of nature but reflections of human choices, planning, and preparedness. In 2025, this reminder is especially relevant for India, a country experiencing the brunt of escalating climate volatility. The recent monsoon season has underscored how unpredictable and destructive weather patterns ...