DIMAPUR: A one day awareness programme on Disaster Management was organised by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kiphire in collaboration with the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Kiphire on September 11.
During the programme, District Project Associate, District Disaster Management Authority, Berela delivered a presentation on “Brief Introduction to Disaster Management, Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) and SDRF- Norms of Assistance, Eligibility and Digital Relief Payout System.” The presentation focused on creating awareness about disaster management mechanisms, relief assistance, eligibility criteria and the digital process for disbursement of relief aid.
The programme also highlighted the role of legal aid in disaster situations, including the availability of free legal services and assistance to victims, a DIPR report stated.
