New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Amid growing concerns over Delhi's earthquake risk, the city government has decided to fast-track its long-pending earthquake preparedness plan and establish a dedicated State Disaster Management Force (SDMF) to strengthen emergency response. The decision follows a review chaired by Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma, who stressed the need for coordinated action and community readiness. The plan will prioritise community-based disaster preparedness, enabling residents to act as first responders. It also includes resilient housing, a network of emergency shelters, and an advanced early warning system capable of alerts. Verma flagged Delhi's high seismic risk, particularly in unauthorised colonies, heritage structures, and unr...