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1. Which country assumed the Chair of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for 2024-25?
India has taken over the Chair of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for the year 2024-25, succeeding China. This transition, formalized on July 25, 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand, highlights India's leadership in disaster risk reduction and climate resilience. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has become a key player in advancing disaster risk reduction initiatives, including the establishment of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). The appointment of Shri Rajendra Singh from India's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) as Chair underscores this commitment.