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Suresh Pandit

Suresh Pandit is a seasoned expert in disaster preparedness and response capacity building, with extensive experience in emergency management. Over a decade-long tenure with the United Nations, he has provided critical expertise in emergency response and capacity building. During his time with the UN, Mr. Pandit played a pivotal role in the response to the Nepal Earthquake in 2015, working at a senior level in Nepal. He has led numerous simulation exercises and training sessions, rigorously testing emergency response plans at various governmental levels, from district to federal authorities. Mr. Pandit has significantly contributed to institutionalizing disaster preparedness and contingency planning systems, particularly in the Sudurpaschim, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces. His work involved close collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Red Cross movement, and other key humanitarian partners. He was instrumental in establishing multiple emergency operation centers and clusters, enhancing government capacity through countless Simulation Exercises (SIMEX) and Tabletop Exercises (TTX). During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Pandit provided valuable advisory services to the Ministry of Health. He actively participated in the Association of International NGOs in Nepal (AIN)’s Policy Working Group, driving a coordinated response to the crisis. His comprehensive efforts have consistently focused on strengthening disaster preparedness and response mechanisms, ensuring robust and effective emergency management systems.

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Suresh Pandit

Brig Gen Naresh Subba (Retd)

Krishna Karkee

Santosh Neupane

Damodar Adhikari

Dr. Shrijan Bahadur Malla

Dr. Nishita Pathak

Dr. Santosh Shrestha