Post - earthquake relocation, reconstruction, repair and retrofitting of buildings

ABSTRACT

The experience gained in after - earthquake reconstruction in Maharashtra State of India is described herein. The items mainly presented are the total rehabilitation program involving relocation of villages and reconstruction in-situ, damage assessment methodology and retrofitting and construction technology options. Some issues are also discussed relocation versus ins-situ construction, appropiateness of technology to be adopted, and role of NGO's and voluntary agencies and coordination with the governmental efforts. Lessons aredrawn towards suitable time frame and reconstruction approach for developing countries such as India especially for the disastrous damage in rural areas. (AU)