Section 8, Centre Act, 2025

(1) The Board may, for the discharge of its functions,appoint committees or sub-committees in response to emerging issues, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, national security threats, or other critical incidents requiring the relevant expertise, as it may deem necessary to- (a) liaise with the Centre and address emerging issues of national significance; (b) provide specific oversight, guidance, and recommendations to the Board, in response to specific threats or challenges identified by the Centre; 6 7 Cessation. Meetings of Board. Disclosure of interest. Immunity of members. Committee of Boards. No. 9 The National Early Warning and Response Mechanism Centre Act 2025 No. 9 The National Early Warning and Response Mechanism Centre Act 2025 (c) respond to critical incidents requiring the relevant expertise, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, national security threats. (2) A committee appointed under subsection (1), shall - (a) consist of members of the Board or nonmembers or both, including experts, representatives from relevant governmental and non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders, as the Board may decide; and (b) be headed by a Chairman appointed by the Chairman of the Board; (c) upon its establishment, be assigned a clear and explicitly defined mandate, to assess emerging issue, develop actionable recommendations and coordinate with relevant agencies and organisations; (d) submit periodic updates and a final report to the Board and relevant authorities, detailing their activities, findings and recommendations. (3) The duration of a committee appointed under subsection (1), shall be determined by the Board based on the complexity and urgency of the issues and shall be dissolved upon completion of their mandate and submission of the final report.