How Mumbai Manages Disaster Risks For A Daytime Population Of 20 Million

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) India's financial capital Mumbai is strengthening its early-warning systems, flood-prevention infrastructure and climate planning to manage disaster risks in a city where the daytime population reaches around 20 million, according to officials at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

An international delegation of journalists covering the 18th Brics Summit in India visited the BMC headquarters in Mumbai as part of a programme organised by India's Ministry of External Affairs to showcase the country's urban and development experience.

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The delegation, comprising journalists from Brics member countries, partner countries and invited nations, was briefed on Mumbai's disaster-management systems, emergency-response mechanisms and efforts to strengthen the city's resilience to climate-related risks.

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BMC officials said Mumbai's population swells significantly during working hours as millions of people travel into the city every day from surrounding areas.

The number of people in Mumbai during the daytime reaches around 20 million, placing additional pressure on infrastructure, public services and emergency-response systems.

Officials said this makes disaster preparedness particularly important for one of India's largest urban and economic centres.

Early-warning systems and disaster response

During the briefing, officials outlined Mumbai's early-warning and emergency response systems, as well as mechanisms used to assess multiple hazards and identify areas that are particularly exposed to risks.

The city is also working with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on multi-hazard risk assessments designed to strengthen preparedness and enable a more proactive response to emergencies.

The presentation also covered projects aimed at reducing flood risks and improving stormwater drainage networks, an important part of Mumbai's efforts to manage weather-related emergencies.

Net-zero target by 2050

Officials also highlighted the Mumbai Climate Action Plan, which sets a target for the city to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The plan includes expanding sustainable transport and electric buses, alongside projects covering water, health and the environment.

The measures form part of a wider effort to strengthen the city's infrastructure and sustainability while preparing Mumbai for increasing climate-related risks.

The visit was part of a programme organised by India's Ministry of External Affairs for the international media delegation following its participation in the 18th Brics Summit in New Delhi.

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