How is disaster management important for the Indian Government

Elaborate on the measures taken by the Indian Government for disaster management, with special emphasis on recent crisis situations.
Disaster management is an integral part of the Indian Government's policies as India is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, cyclones, and landslides. The Government has taken several measures to minimize the loss of life and property during a crisis.
  • India has implemented a National Disaster Management Plan to prepare and respond to natural disasters swiftly.
  • The Government has established a National Disaster Response Force, which is equipped with modern equipment to respond to any disaster immediately.
  • The Indian Meteorological Department provides timely weather updates and alerts to the Government, which helps in mitigating the impact of a natural calamity.
  • The Government has launched an Early Warning System to identify high-risk districts and evacuate people to safer places before any disaster.
  • In recent crisis situations like the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government took measures such as imposing lockdowns, providing relief packages to vulnerable sections of society, and enhancing healthcare infrastructure to tackle the crisis.
  • The Government also provided financial assistance to the States affected by natural disasters.
Overall, the measures taken by the Indian Government for disaster management have helped in minimizing the loss of life and property during crisis situations.
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