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Sendai Framework

Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (SFDRR): Concept and India’s Alignment

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Introduction In the 21st century, disasters are no longer viewed merely as sudden natural events but as outcomes of underlying vulnerabilities, poor planning, and unsustainable development practices. Recognizing this shift, the global community adopted the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015–2030) to move beyond relief-centric approaches toward risk-informed development and resilience building. The framework…

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Disaster Management

Importance of Community Participation in Disaster Management with Suitable Examples

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Introduction Disaster management has evolved from a centralized, top-down approach to a more inclusive and participatory model, where local communities play a central role. In a country like India—marked by vast diversity, high population density, and varying vulnerability—community participation becomes not just desirable but essential. Disasters often strike suddenly, and the first responders are not…

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NDMA in Disaster Management in India

Role and Effectiveness of NDMA in Disaster Management in India

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Introduction India’s geographical diversity—ranging from the Himalayan mountains to long coastlines and vast river systems—makes it highly prone to multiple types of disasters. Over time, it became clear that ad hoc relief-based approaches were insufficient to deal with the growing scale and complexity of disasters. This led to the creation of a dedicated institutional mechanism,…

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