IIM -Bodh Gaya signed MoU with the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM)
The Indian Institute of Management-Bodh Gaya (IIM-BG) took a significant step towards enhancing disaster preparedness and resilience in India by entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The MoU was signed by Prof. Vinita S. Sahay, Director IIM-BG and Shri Rajendra Ratnoo, IAS, Executive Director, NIDM on October 13th, 2023, in New Delhi. This landmark agreement solidifies a partnership that promises to have far-reaching implications.
The collaboration between IIM-BG and NIDM is multifaceted, encompassing various initiatives designed to instill a disaster preparedness, response, and resilience culture. Through joint research endeavors, academic and professional training, seminars, workshops, capacity development programs, disaster case studies, and collaborative evaluation studies across diverse thematic areas, the two institutions aim to combine their expertise and resources to address pressing issues related to disaster management.
Expressly, this collaborative effort is set to focus on critical areas such as “Crisis and Emergency Risk Management,” “Emergency Planning and Disaster Risk Management,” and “Humanitarian Logistics.” By pooling their knowledge and experience, IIM-BG and NIDM aspire to create a robust framework for dealing with disasters effectively.
Furthermore, this aligns perfectly with national and global priorities. It adheres to the vision laid out in the 10-point agenda of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, with a particular emphasis on addressing global climate change adaptation issues, aligning with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030), and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By embracing these vital components of the international and national disaster management landscape, the collaboration between IIM-BG and NIDM will play a crucial role in fostering innovation, enhancing capacity development, and providing critical inputs for informed decision-making to mitigate local risks and protect the most vulnerable in society.
In an era marked by escalating global disasters, institutions like IIM Bodh Gaya recognize the imperative of raising awareness about this critical issue. Their commitment extends to educating society, instilling understanding, and empowering future generations to contribute to a safer, more sustainable planet. IIM Bodh Gaya’s unwavering dedication aligns with the urgent need to address and mitigate the impacts of disasters worldwide.