Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Modi Govt. Prioritizes Rescue in Disaster Management
Imagine big storms or other problems happening.
Before 2014, the government mostly helped after things went wrong.
Now, the government, led by Modi, tries to save people *during* the problems.
They've focused on this and it has made a big difference.
Damage from cyclones has gone way down.
The government is also giving more money to prepare and manage these issues.
They made a plan to improve disaster management, to make sure everyone knows how to stay safe, and how to provide quick and effective assistance.
The goal is to save people and reduce losses from disasters.
Amit Shah stated the Modi government's disaster management is rescue-centric since 2014.
This approach has reduced casualties and damage, with zero casualties in recent cyclones.
The government adopted a multi-dimensional approach involving financial, institutional, and structural improvements.
The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill was introduced in 2024, based on PM Modi's agenda.
Financial allocations for disaster management have increased significantly.
- Who
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Modi government.
- What
- The Modi government's shift to a rescue-centric disaster management approach.
- When
- Since 2014.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To reduce casualties and damage from disasters.
Previous Relief-Centric Approach
Current Rescue-Centric Approach
Disaster Response Focus
Previous Relief-Centric Approach
Focus on helping people after a disaster has occurred.
Current Rescue-Centric Approach
Prioritizing saving lives and preventing damage during a disaster.
- Disaster Response Strategy
- Rescue-centric
- Reduction in Cyclone Damage
- 98%
- SDRF & NDRF Allocation (2014-2024)
- Rs 2 lakh crore
- SDRF Allocation (2021-2026)
- Rs 1,28,122 crore
- NDRF Allocation (2021-2026)
- Rs 54,770 crore