8 September 2024, Kathmandu
A new technology, the ‘Crista App,’ designed for disaster information exchange, has been launched for testing in three local levels of Dhading: Nilkantha Municipality, Baireni Rural Municipality, and Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality. Dr. Indrajit Pal developed this app from the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand.
Crista App A New Tool
During an event organized by the Disaster Risk Reduction Communication Society in Kathmandu, Project Officer Urisha Upadhyaya highlighted how the Crista App can significantly help minimize disaster damage. Residents can share disaster information through photos and text, enabling rescue teams to respond promptly and efficiently.
Journalists participating in the event suggested implementing the app nationwide and emphasized the importance of government adoption for its successful execution.
About Us – CRISTA App
CRISTA (Climate Resilient Infrastructure for Social Transformation and Adaptation) is a cutting-edge information management and decision-support system designed to assist local authorities in developing countries. It helps visualize climate-induced risks and hazards impacting critical infrastructures.
By combining advanced geospatial data with community-based incident reporting, CRISTA empowers local authorities to manage risks and plan responses in near real-time. The platform includes an Android mobile application and a web-based dashboard, making monitoring and responding to climate-related incidents easy.
CRISTA facilitates better decision-making by integrating local knowledge with modern technology, promoting resilience and adaptation to climate change. It is essential for improving the safety and sustainability of communities facing climate risks.
Learn more on the Crista App A New Tool.
