On the occasion of the 17th foundation of NDMA, the Government launched two new initiatives:
Context
On the occasion of the 17th foundation of NDMA, the Government launched two new initiatives:
- Aapda Mitra Scheme
- Common Alerting Protocol
Key-highlights of the scheme
Aapda Mitra Scheme:
- Aapda Mitra scheme is to prepare the public and up-gradation of skills of people who have the zeal to fight against disaster, work for others and save people by risking their lives.
- In this initiative, arrangements can be made to make them aware of all protocols and take immediate action in case of disaster.
- This scheme has been implemented on an experimental basis in 30 flood-prone districts of 25 states.
- Under this initiative, work has been done to prepare 5,500 Aapda Mitras and Aapda Sakhis for flood protection.
Common Alerting Protocol
- It is to give alerts about the location of lightning 6 minutes in advance and a few hours in advance of a large area.
- With the help of this initiative, many lives can be saved if early warning agencies and such warnings are implemented.
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Formation of the NDMA
- Founded through the Disaster Management Act (enacted on 23 December 2005).
- National Disaster Management Authority is the uppermost body of the central government to formulate policies for disaster management.
- The Prime Minister of India is the head of the NDMA.
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