The major challenges faced by disaster management agencies in India include: 1. Lack of awareness and preparedness among the general public about disasters. 2. Inadequate infrastructure for disaster response and early warning systems. 3. Limited coordination and collaboration among various government agencies involved in disaster management. 4. Insufficient resources and funding for disaster preparedness and response. 5. Challenges in reaching remote or inaccessible areas during disasters. 6. Poor implementation of building codes and regulations, leading to vulnerability to disasters. 7. Lack of trained personnel and capacity building in disaster management. To overcome these challenges, some measures that can be taken include: 1. Increasing awareness through public campaigns and education programs. 2. Strengthening infrastructure for early warning systems and communication networks. 3. Enhancing coordination and collaboration between government agencies at all levels. 4. Allocating more resources for disaster preparedness and response. 5. Improving accessibility to remote areas through better transportation and logistics. 6. Strict implementation of building codes and regulations. 7. Prioritizing training and capacity building programs for disaster management personnel.