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Disaster Preparedness Network-Nepal (DPNet), established in 1996, stands as a key national umbrella organization dedicated to enhancing disaster management in Nepal through a unified approach involving national and international agencies. The core focus of DPNet is on fostering coordination, collaboration, learning, and sharing of experiences in strengthening disaster management practices. The organization plays a crucial role in knowledge management, capacity building, policy advocacy, and in facilitating networking among government and relevant stakeholders. 

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DPNet Nepal and NRCS Discuss Monsoon Preparedness and Future Collaboration
  2026-06-25

A joint meeting between the Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet Nepal), its advisors and Executive Committee members, and the leadership team of the Nepal Red Cross Society (NRCS) was held at the NRCS Building in Kathmandu.

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Karnali Province Establishes Provincial Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
  2026-06-11

The Provincial Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction Platform in Karnali Province has been established to strengthen coordination, collaboration and partnership among government agencies, non-governmental organisations and other stakeholders working in disaster risk reduction and management across the province.

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DPNet Nepal Marks 30th Anniversary with Food Assistance to the Raute Community
  2026-06-09

Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet Nepal), Karnali Province, provided food and essential supplies to the endangered Raute community as part of activities commemorating DPNet Nepal’s 30th anniversary.

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DPNet Timeline

  • 2020 Onwards

    • Organized National Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction
    • Conducted CHS review reflection and various policy dialogues in federal and provincial level
  • 2016-2020

    • Conducted interaction with MPs to formulate DM Act
    • Coordinated among Ministries, AINTGDM and stakeholders for the formulation of NDRRP and NDRRSAP
  • 2011-2015

    • Developed guideline for District Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan
    • Took the responsibility as a Secretariat of NPDRR, chaired by Secretary of MoHA
  • 2006-2010

    • Registered as a legal entity
    • Initiated the publication of Nepal Disaster Report
    • Initiated advocacy for the need of strategic planning
  • 2001-2005

    • Initiated to bridge the gap between Government and stakeholders
    • Initiated advocacy for the need of DM Act
  • 1996-2000

    • Established as loose forum
    • Initiated policy dialogues on DM
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