Puri to host BRICS disaster risk reduction meet from June 3
Source: Lokmat Times | Original Published At: 2026-05-25 16:56:11 UTC
Key Points
- Odisha will host the BRICS Technical Meeting of the 'Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group' in Puri from June 3 to 5, 2026.
- The meeting is organized under India's BRICS Presidency and will be held at the Taj Puri Resort.
- Representatives from BRICS nations including Brazil, China, Russia, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Indonesia will participate.
- Odisha was selected as the host in recognition of its successful initiatives in disaster preparedness, cyclone management, and early warning systems.
- The forum aims to facilitate knowledge exchange on disaster management technologies and strengthen cooperation on climate resilience among member states.