Inside Army's 'Hifazat' Exercise To Combat J&K's Natural Disaster Risks
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Why in news
The Indian Army conducted 'Hifazat', a disaster response exercise in Rajouri district to test multi-agency coordination against natural disaster risks like cloudbursts and flash floods.
Background
The 'Hifazat' exercise was conducted in the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir. It involved the Indian Army, Police, NDRF, SDRF, civil administration, and local communities in simulated scenarios like road washouts and village marooning.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNDRF: National Disaster Response Force
- BodySDRF: State Disaster Response Force
- FactHifazat: Exercise involving helicopter rescues, zip line casualty transfers, and river crossing formations
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of multi-agency coordination and community-led preparedness in mitigating the impact of climate-induced disasters in high-altitude regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-agency friction: Coordination gaps between paramilitary forces, state disaster forces, and civil administration
- Logistical constraints: Difficulty of casualty evacuation and supply chain maintenance during road washouts in mountainous terrain
Keywords: Multi-agency coordination · Disaster mitigation · Civil-military cooperation · Climate-induced disasters · Community resilience
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