- The second technical meeting of the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group is being held from June 3 to 5, 2026, in Puri—the renowned pilgrimage city of Odisha.
- Organized under India's 2026 BRICS Chairmanship, this conference is regarded as a significant step toward strengthening cooperation among member nations in the fields of disaster management and risk reduction.
- The conference is being hosted at the Taj Puri Resort in Puri, where representatives from 11 countries will deliberate on various topics.
- In addition to representatives from BRICS member nations, delegates from partner countries that have recently joined the group are also participating in this meeting.
- During the conference, discussions will focus on themes such as disaster preparedness, technological innovation, risk assessment, capacity building, and international cooperation during times of disaster.
- The objective is to develop shared strategies for addressing natural and human-induced disasters, as well as to facilitate the exchange of experiences.
- BRICS is an influential bloc comprising the world's major emerging economies.
- It was initially established with Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa as members; however, it now includes new nations such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Iran, and Indonesia.
- In 2026, India holds the BRICS Chairmanship, under the aegis of which several significant events spanning various sectors are being organized.
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