New BRICS Disaster Framework Promises Unified Relief, But Success Hinges on Community-Level Action

Source: Hindustan Times | Original Published At: 2026-09-23 02:32:43 UTC

Key Points

• BRICS has introduced guidelines for integrating disaster management early warning data, including weather, flood and earthquake tracking information.
• A separate BRICS voluntary principles document offers optional benchmarks for climate-resilient urban infrastructure and local building planning.
• UNEP India supported India’s disaster management institutions as a knowledge partner under India’s BRICS chairship in 2026.
• Experts said community participation, local knowledge and risk-informed urban planning are essential for turning BRICS principles into practical action.
• Former Indian environment secretary C K Mishra described the documents as a statement of intent for BRICS cooperation in disaster relief, rescue and reconstruction.