CM reviews READY-HP emphasises resilient infrastructure and livelihood protection

Shimla, May 12 (PTI) Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said on Tuesday reviewed the Resilient Action for Development and Disaster Recovery- Himachal Pradesh (READY-HP) project, which was rolled out in January this year, to rebuild infrastructure damaged by disasters, enhance early warning systems, and strengthen livelihoods.
     Sukhu convened a high-level meeting to review the READY-HP project, an initiative funded jointly by the World Bank and the Himachal Pradesh government. He said a total outlay of Rs 2,687 crore has been allocated for the project, describing it as a crucial initiative for strengthening disaster resilience in the state.
     He said that the objective of READY-HP is to support resilient disaster recovery, a statement issued here said.
     While referring to the increasing impact of natural calamities, Sukhu said that the state witnessed 86 cloudbursts, 234 landslides and 121 flash floods between 2023 and 2025, resulting in a loss of above Rs 12,500 crore to the state.
     He said Himachal Pradesh is highly vulnerable to natural calamities as the state falls in the young and fragile Himalayan geological region.
     The project will also focus on developing resilient public services, promoting livelihood opportunities through initiatives like green panchayats and strengthening risk informed social safety and insurance mechanisms, he said.
     The CM stressed the need for developing robust infrastructure to support farmers and horticulturists so that their livelihoods remain protected and resilient during natural disasters.

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