Testing and evaluation of Pakistan’s pioneer disaster risk communication app: A case study of PDMA Madadgar android-based app

This case study examines the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Madadgar Android-based App, developed as Pakistan's pioneer disaster risk communication platform for communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Building on our previous work, which outlined the App's conceptual design and architecture, this study presents findings on testing, evaluation, and the final product, i.e., the PDMA Madadgar App.

Testing and evaluation of the results reveal a very strong endorsement and likeness for Madadgar features, i.e., early warning (86%), community empowerment in disaster reporting (63.3%), volunteer engagement (63.3%), and locating evacuation centers (53.3%). Besides, the participatory development methodology adopted for Madadgar is also guiding relevant professionals in the development of smart solutions for risk communication in the field of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.