Dhaka, May 22 -- Speakers on Wednesday highlighted that Bangladesh, situated at the intersection of three tectonic plates, is highly vulnerable to earthquakes, with potential for significant human casualties and substantial financial losses.

Despite advancements in flood and cyclone management, they noted that earthquake preparedness remains inadequate.

These remarks were made at a national workshop titled "Strengthening Multi-Hazard Preparedness: Focus on Earthquake and Urban Resilience," held in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) at the BIAM Auditorium on Wednesday.

Razwanur Rahman, Director General, Department of Disaster Management and Chair of the work...