OBJECTIVES OF THE NDMA‌

The objectives of the NDMA are as follows:

1. To promote a culture of prevention, preparedness and resilience at all levels through knowledge, innovation and education.

2. To encourage mitigation measures based on technology, traditional wisdom and environmental sustainability.

3. To mainstream disaster management into the developmental planning process.

4. To establish institutional and techno-legal frameworks to create an enabling regulatory environment and a compliance regime.

5. To ensure efficient mechanism for identification, assessment and monitoring of disaster risks.

6. To develop contemporary forecasting and early warning systems backed by responsive and failsafe communication with information technology support.

7. To ensure efficient response and relief with a caring approach towards the needs of the vulnerable sections of the society.

8. To undertake reconstruction as an opportunity to build disaster resilient structures and habitat for ensuring safer living.

9. To promote a productive and proactive partnership with the media for disaster management.