After the successful implementation of the GOI-UNDP Disaster Risk Management Programme (2002-2009), Government of India with the support from UNDP is now implementing the GOI-UNDP Disaster Risk Reduction Programme (DRR) from 2009 to 2012.The GOI-UNDP DRR programme is envisaged to support Central and State Government programmes and initiatives by providing critical inputs that would enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the efforts in Disaster Risk Reduction. The programme strives to strengthen the institutional structure to undertake Disaster Risk Reduction activities at various levels including risks being enhanced due to climate change and develop preparedness for recovery.

  GOI-UNDP DRR Programme will have two outputs:

1. Institutional Strengthening & capacity building for Disaster Risk Reduction to be implemented by NDMA.

2. Urban Risk Management to be implemented by Ministry of Home Affairs.

The enactment of the DM Act in December 2005 provided great impetus to the institutionalization of disaster management at the National, State and District levels in India. The Government of Mizoram signed a MoU with UNDP for implementation of the new project (GoI-UNDP DRR Programme) on November, 2009. Under the project, efforts would be made to strengthen the capacities of State and District Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs and DDMAs) to reduce disaster risk proactively, and implement timely, sustainable, and locally relevant recovery activities in post-disaster situations. It would emphasize institution-building and technical capacity-building, including NGOs, private sector and academia. There will also be a focus on training activities at the community and local body level.

Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Project is being implemented in three districts viz. Aizawl, Lunglei and Saiha.

Urban Risk Reduction, a project under GOI-UNDP DRR programme, is being implemented in the state of Mizoram. In this connection it may be mentioned that the whole state of Mizoram falls under Seismic Zone V. Considering the absence of effective land use and building regulations in the state, most of the growing townships are liable to severe damages if strong earthquake is felt in these townships. Therefore in addition to Aizawl City, 3 other townships viz. Lunglei, Lawngtlai and Saiha have been recommended for inclusion under the Urban Risk Reduction project.