What happened?
On June 5, 2025, Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, represented India at the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group roundtable during the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) 2025 in Geneva. He highlighted the G20’s key role in leveraging economic capacity to support global disaster preparedness and called for enhanced international coordination to build resilience against crises. To mark World Environment Day, Dr. Mishra also welcomed the African Union into the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, recognizing its status as a permanent G20 member. Later, he met WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros to discuss India’s collaboration on public health initiatives and reaffirmed support for the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre and the upcoming Traditional Medicine Summit in New Delhi.
Why it matters to India
India’s active participation at GPDRR underscores its leadership in international efforts on disaster resilience and public health. By integrating economic development with disaster preparedness and championing global platforms like CDRI, India aims to strengthen international cooperation, safeguard developmental progress, and position itself as a reliable partner in global crisis response.