Which organizations have signed an MoU for the implementation of the “Experimental Regional Landslide Early Warning System (LEWS)” in Assam, and what is the purpose of the “ Bhooskhalan ” App launched by GSI?

The correct answer is Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) and Geological Survey of India (GSI); Reporting and mitigating landslides. In News The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have signed an MoU for the implementation of the “Experimental Regional Landslide Early Warning System (LEWS)” in Assam. Key Points The purpose of the "Bhooskhalan" App launched by GSI is to allow people, institutions, and government agencies to upload incidences of landslides in their respective areas, enhancing the efficiency of predicting and mitigating landslide disasters through crowdsourcing. The MoU was signed by Gyanendra Dev Tripathi, Chief Executive Officer, ASDMA, and Siladitya Sengupta, Deputy Director General of Assam, GSI. This collaboration marks a significant step towards addressing the menace of landslides in Assam by implementing advanced early warning systems. Additional Information Landslide Early Warning System (LEWS) The LEWS aims to predict and mitigate landslide risks in regions prone to such disasters, particularly in hilly and mountainous areas. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance disaster management capabilities in Assam, where landslides are a significant threat.