The Indian government can take several measures to improve disaster management in the country:

• Establish a dedicated Disaster Management Authority at the national level with state counterparts to manage catastrophes more efficiently and effectively.
• Strengthen local institutions and empower communities in hazard-prone areas to take necessary precautions by providing relevant training and information.
• Invest in early warning systems and communication networks to facilitate timely responses.
• Introduce mandatory disaster risk reduction training in schools and higher educational institutions.
• Focus on developing infrastructure that can withstand natural calamities, such as buildings that offer adequate protection from earthquakes and floods.
• Facilitate the inclusion of private and voluntary sector organizations in disaster response strategies.
• Create contingency plans, stress-tests for evacuation plans, and have adequate disaster management mechanisms.

Adopting a multi-stakeholder, multi-sectoral, and proactive approach towards disaster management can help the Indian government to handle emergency situations more effectively and efficiently.