3.2. Construction of G+1 Structures

Here is the level of people different kind of stakeholders starting from our GCOE that is global centre of excellence, human security engineering of Kyoto university team and Local community members and municipal corporations Greater Mumbai especially the involvement of the G-North wards, like we help them in mapping and I say, we also work as the surveyors, and explaining and introducing community the role and objective of the survey.

This chunk discusses how different stakeholders, including local community members, university teams, and municipal corporations, collaborated in the construction and mapping efforts. The Global Centre of Excellence (GCOE) partnered with local entities to survey the area and explain the process to the community. This emphasizes the importance of community engagement in urban development initiatives.

Think of it as a school project where a group of students (stakeholders) works together to build a model of their town. Each student has a role, whether mapping out which buildings go where (surveyors), gathering data about what types of shops people want, or talking to their neighbors about the project. This collaborative effort ensures that everyone's voice is heard in the final project.

We collected a lot of data there starting from land-use data, residential, commercial, public, playground, infrastructure what are the infrastructures are there, Doctors clinic, community toilet, community taps, school.

In this segment, the focus is on the variety of data collected regarding the land usage and infrastructure in the area. The types of data collected include residential, commercial, and public utilities, which are crucial for understanding the community's needs and resources. This data is vital for effective planning and construction of G+1 structures.

Imagine building a puzzle. You need all the right pieces to see the complete picture. Similarly, collecting data about different aspects of the community is like gathering puzzle pieces. If you want to build a new playground (G+1 structure), you need to know where the parks, schools, and clinics are so that you can design it to fit well within the community.

Hazard parameters we considered, flood duration, water level during the flood, areas frequently affected, building height, building materials, building conditions, plinth level these all we collected.

This part highlights the various hazard parameters that were recorded to assess the risk associated with flood events and the suitability of building structures. Parameters such as flood duration and building conditions need careful consideration to ensure the safety and longevity of G+1 structures.

Think of a house on a hill versus a house in a valley. The hilltop home faces less risk from flooding than the one at the bottom. By gathering information about where the water rises during storms and the condition of existing buildings, planners can make informed decisions about where and how to build new structures safely.

People started to build G+1 structure in though this is not allowed, but community allowed that community reported that many people are now constructing G+1 structure in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar.

This section addresses the issue of unauthorized G+1 constructions in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar. Despite regulations prohibiting such structures, community members reported a rise in their construction, indicating a gap between policy and practice, often driven by local needs and circumstances.

It's like children playing outside after being told not to. They might create their own games and rules if they feel confined. Similarly, people often build G+1 structures because they need more space than what's legally allowed. Understanding this behavior is essential for urban planners to create solutions that work within reality.

Also the electricity supply; it can easily electrified, and current can kill people during emergency or flood inundations. Access roads are very narrow; you cannot evacuate, two people cannot pass easily from this one.

This chunk outlines critical safety concerns regarding the infrastructure in the area around G+1 structures. The risks posed by electricity during flooding and the inadequacy of narrow access roads impact the community's ability to respond effectively in emergencies, such as evacuating during floods.

Imagine trying to escape a busy amusement park during a fire drill. If the pathways are too narrow, it would be hard for everyone to leave quickly and safely. Similarly, if roads are too small and electricity is volatile during storms, it poses a grave risk during emergencies.

People could not evacuate during 2005 one reason that there was no designated place there was no early warning and the head of the household was not at house. So the woman cannot take the leadership decision to go to other places or it was sometimes too late when they decided to evacuate entire area, surrounding areas were inundated with water.

This portion discusses the challenges faced by residents during a flood event, particularly emphasizing the lack of clear evacuation plans or early warning systems. The absence of leadership and timely decision-making contributed to the inability to evacuate, highlighting systemic issues in disaster preparedness.

Imagine a school fire drill where the teacher is called away and the students don’t know what to do. If there’s no clear plan and someone leading them, they might hesitate and miss the chance to leave safely. Similarly, in a real flood, if families lack guidance on where to go and how to evacuate, they might struggle to get to safety.

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