HLC, under chairmanship of Union Home Minister, has approved funding from National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) for disaster mitigation projects for various states.
- HLC also approved project for training and capacity building of civil defense in all States/UTs under Preparedness and Capacity Building component of National Disaster Response Fund.
Need for NLRM project
- Unlike earthquakes and tsunamis, it is possible to prevent and predict landslides.
- To promote culture of scientific investigation, analysis and management.
About NDMF
- In 2021, Central Government had constituted NDMF under Disaster Management Act, 2005 based on recommendation of 15th Finance Commission.
- It shall be applied by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
- It is exclusively for purpose of mitigation projects in respect of disasters.
Landslide Management in India
- Use of remote sensing and GIS to conduct landslide hazard zonation mapping and identify high-risk zones.
- Real-time landslide monitoring using sensors, satellite data, and drones, to develop early warning systems.
- Use of structural measures (retaining walls, slope stabilization), and non-structural measures (land use regulation, prevent deforestation) to prevent landslides.
- Enhance coordination among agencies like NDMA, Geological Survey of India (GSI), and State Disaster Management Authorities.
About Landslides in India
Other Measures taken to Manage Landslides
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