Core Competencies: Understanding of different kinds of disasters; Broad understanding of what constitutes those disasters; Understanding of the stake department has in respect of those disasters; Knowledge of Laws and rules in regard to Disaster Management; U       Understanding of the consequences of both commissions and omissions; Understanding of the multi-sectoral nature of the Disaster Management and importance of coordination and convergence; Understanding of the crucial role of the community and households; Appreciation of the need of regular knowledge-upgradation and sharing.