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Customized ‘Earthquake GO BAG’ for Wheel-Chair Users distributed
NSET in coordination with National Association of Physical Disabled – Nepal (NAPD) has distributed customized version of 'Earthquake GO BAG' for wheel-chair users. In a program organized by NAPD at Kathmandu on Nov 6, 2016, Executive Director of NSET Dr. Amod Mani Dixit distributed GO BAGs as help kit for disaster emergencies. Total 20 persons received the kit.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Dixit emphasized the very need to consider how emergency support systems could be ensured in favor of people at most risk. 'We believe; no one should be underprivileged in preparing themselves during disasters specifically earthquakes. NSET is focusing for all domains and clusters of society in making them aware on and equip with earthquake safety and preparedness measures. In coordination with NAPD, NSET extends its pleasure in distributing earthquake safety kit, GO BAGs for the physically disabled persons" he remarked.
Kiran Silpakar, Chairperson of NAPD highlighted the objectives of program including working approaches and strategies of NAPD. Likewise Vice-president of NAPD, Mr. Sanjay Bantawa addressing the program shared, 'Making aware on earthquake safety and preparedness for the people like us is a historical move done by NSET, great thanks to it."
GESI expert of NSET, Mrs. Bhubaneshwori Parajuli presented on the safety measures and preparedness during earthquake including non-structural mitigation measures focused for the people with disabilities.
Customized version of 'Earthquake GO BAG' carries the essential items needed during emergencies such as first aid kit, water, fast food items and clothes.
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