Exercise Aikya was hosted by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), in collaboration with the Southern Command of the Indian Army and the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA), in Chennai.
About the Exercise Aikya :
- Objective: To improve disaster preparedness and foster collaboration among key stakeholders.
- Duration: Two-day Integrated Symposium cum Table Top Exercise (TTEx).
- Location: Headquarters of the Dakshin Bharat Area, Chennai.
Exercise Highlights:
- Meaning of Aikya: The term “Aikya,” meaning “Oneness” in Tamil, reflects the exercise’s aim to integrate the disaster management community.
- Simulated Scenarios: Participants engaged in simulations of emergency situations to test roles and responsibilities.
- Technology Discussions: Focus on leveraging technology and artificial intelligence for disaster management.
- Economic Impacts: Discussion on the economic costs of disasters, which have resulted in an estimated loss of $150 billion since 1900, predominantly from floods and storms.
- Recent Event Analysis: Review of lessons learned from recent disasters, including tsunamis, landslides, floods, cyclones, industrial incidents, and forest fires, particularly in Tamil Nadu and surrounding areas.
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Frequently Asked Question:
What is Exercise Aikya?
Exercise Aikya is a disaster preparedness and collaboration event hosted by NDMA, Indian Army, and TNSDMA in Chennai.
What is the objective of Exercise Aikya?
The exercise aims to enhance disaster preparedness and collaboration among key stakeholders involved in disaster management.
Where was Exercise Aikya held?
Exercise Aikya was held at the Dakshin Bharat Area headquarters in Chennai.
What does “Aikya” mean?
The term “Aikya” means “Oneness” in Tamil, reflecting the integration of the disaster management community.
What topics were discussed in Exercise Aikya?
Discussions included the use of technology, AI for disaster management, and economic impacts of disasters.