Architecture Students Engage in Hands-on Workshop on Urban Disaster Risk Management

Chandigarh - Seventy-one students from the University Institute of Architecture, Chandigarh University and the Chandigarh College of Architecture participated in an intensive workshop aimed at critically evaluating urban risks. 

Under the subject of Disaster Risk Management, the students from 7th semester focused on assessing disaster risks associated with seven key buildings and the campus of Panjab University, located in Sector 14, Chandigarh.

Led by Dr. Niyati Jigyasu, Professor at UIA, Chandigarh University, the workshop had commenced with in-depth theoretical lectures in a classroom setting, laying the foundational knowledge needed for risk analysis and mitigation techniques. 

Following the on-site assessment, the final phase will consist of collaborative brainstorming sessions, where students will analyse the gathered data, engage in discussions, and develop strategic solutions, culminating in the presentation of their findings.