SESIS

With a view to build greater sensitivity towards earthquake risks in the region, a pilot programme is being initiated in shimla district. School Earthquake Safety Initiative, Shimla (SESIS) will emphasize on the need of preparedness against earthquakes. The programme aims to imbue a culture of earthquake safety through schools. Schools under the pilot programme will also serve as models of disaster preparedness for the larger community.

The Programme will address earthquake risks and determine means to reduce it at two levels.

•  Ensure safer school buildings
•  Building capacity towards earthquake preparedness

Programme Targets

The programme will be carried out in Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh.

•  Safer school buildings

• Structural strengthening (5 schools)
• Demonstration of non –structural mitigation (20 schools)

•  Capacity building

• Education and awareness (All schools in Shimla district)
• Training on structural strengthening
• School disaster management plan