By the end of this lecture, you will be able to:
1. Explain the key features of the National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP) and National Policy on Disaster Management (NPDM) in India.
2. Describe how the NDMP-NPDM framework promotes proactive disaster risk reduction, preparedness, response, and recovery.
3. Analyze the importance of State Disaster Management Plans (SDMPs) in India's disaster management strategy.
4. Identify the key functions of SDMPs, including addressing local vulnerabilities, operational planning, community engagement, resource mobilization, and communication.
5. Evaluate how SDMPs contribute to building disaster-resilient communities in India.
