The response phase is a reaction to the occurrence of a catastrophic disaster or emergency. It consists of actions which are aimed at saving lives, reducing economic losses and alleviating suffering.

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Women working with Sopner Shiri Bahumukhi Unnayan Sangathon (Stairs of Dream Multipurpose Development Organization) ...