What steps has the Indian government taken to strengthen the country's disaster management system

Explain the steps taken by the Indian government to strengthen the country's disaster management system and how effective have they been.
The Indian government has taken various steps to strengthen the country's disaster management system. These include:
  • Establishment of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in 2005 to spearhead disaster response management in India.
  • Introduction of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, which established legal frameworks for disaster management and emergency response plans at the national, state, and district levels.
  • Setting up of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in 2006 to provide specialized response to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods and cyclones.
  • Conducting regular mock drills and training programs to raise awareness and improve response preparedness at the community level.
  • Establishment of early warning systems and evacuation plans in disaster-prone areas, along with the use of modern technologies such as satellite mapping and GIS for effective disaster response.
These steps have led to a significant improvement in India's disaster management capabilities, as evidenced by a more coordinated and effective response to recent disasters such as the Kerala floods in 2018. However, there is still room for improvement, particularly in enhancing community-level preparedness and strengthening infrastructure in disaster-prone areas.
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