GIS mapping plays an important role in improving mountain resiliency in Nepal. It provides a visual representation of the terrain, resources, and infrastructure in a given area. This information is crucial in designing and implementing strategies for mitigating the effects of natural disasters, such as landslides, avalanches, and earthquakes, in mountain regions.

The Nepal government, INGOs, NGOs, and development partners use GIS mapping for various activities to enhance mountain resiliency, including:

  • Risk assessment: GIS maps are used to identify areas that are at high risk of natural disasters, and to prioritize them for interventions.
  • Planning and response: GIS mapping is used to plan disaster response efforts and allocate resources effectively.
  • Monitoring and evaluation: GIS maps can be used to track progress of interventions and monitor the effectiveness of resiliency-building activities.
  • Community participation: GIS maps can be used to engage communities in disaster risk reduction activities, such as evacuation planning and preparedness.
  • Decision-making: GIS maps can support decision-making processes by providing relevant information to decision-makers, and allowing them to visualize the potential impact of their decisions.

Overall, GIS mapping is a crucial tool for improving mountain resiliency in Nepal, and is used by various stakeholders to enhance disaster risk reduction efforts, promote sustainable development, and ensure the well-being of communities in mountain regions.

Team Members

Ram Thapaliya, PhD

Ram Thapaliya, PhD

Project Co-Lead

Former Advisor to the Rt Hon Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

Basanta Raj Adhikari
Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari
Deputy-Director
Centre for Disaster Studies,
Institute of Engineering (IoE), Tribhuvan University, Nepal

Coordinator

Academic and Research-based Organization 
National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR), Nepal

Researchers

Ramhari KC (Retd Army Officer)

Researcher, Emergency Logistic Thematic Leader

Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy

Tribhuvan University

 

Nishan Kumar Aryal

Researcher, GIS and IT Expert

Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy

Tribhuvan University

 

Isha KC - Researcher at ICMS

Isha  Karki

Researcher, Graduate

Master’s in Crisis Management Studies 

Institute of Crisis Management Studies, Samarpan Academy, Kathmandu

Seema Thapa
Researcher, Former District Officer Nepal Red Cross Society

Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy

Tribhuvan University

 
Simran Shrestha
Researcher

Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy

Tribhuvan University

 

Sneha Bhatta

Researcher, Graduate

Master’s of Disaster Risk Management Program

Pulchowk Engineering Campus, Lalitpur

 

 

Anish Bhandari
Researcher, Civil Engineer

Master’s of Disaster Risk Management Program

Pulchowk Engineering Campus, Lalitpur

 

 

Kapil Sharma

Kapil Sharma
Researcher/ Psychosocial Thematic Leader

Instructor at Institute of Crisis Management (ICMS- Samarpan Academy)

Program Manager and Psychologist at Nepal Institute of Mental Health (NIOMH).

Psychosocial Training Counseling Psychologist as Psychosocial Counselor and Trainer at Pahilo Kadam, Holding Hope and HUDEC Nepal

Tenzin Migmar

Psychosocial Trainer/ Researcher

Mental Health Counselor

Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Nepal

 

Research Area

Panchpokhari