Ndrf: In the mid-1990s and

In the mid-1990s and the subsequent decade, global discourse on Disaster Response and Preparedness intensified, spurred by significant events such as the Yokohama Strategy Plan (1994) and the Hyogo Framework for action (2005), Both adopted by the United Nations. This period coincided with a string of severe natural calamities in India including the Orissa Super Cyclone (1999), Gujarat Earthquake (2001), and Indian Ocean Tsunami (2004). These events underscored the critical need for a ... Learn about the NDRF , a specialized force for disaster management in India, established by the Disaster Management Act of 2005. Find out its organization, functions, and government initiatives for disaster preparedness and response. DG NDRF Shri Piyush Anand, IPS I am filled with great joy and a sense of huge responsibility to lead National Disaster Response Force ( NDRF ), the largest force globally dedicated to responding to disasters. NDRF has consistently taken the lead and demonstrated remarkable dedication and commitment in disaster situations embodying our motto of providing sustained disaster response service under any circumstances. The dedication, professionalism and selflessness exhibited by our rescuers have ... NDRF HQ CONTACT DETAILS DIRECTORATE GENERAL, NATIONAL DISASTER RESPONSE FORCE 6th FLOOR, NDCC-II BUILDING, JAI SINGH ROAD, NEW DELHI-110001 CONTROL ROOM DETAILS TELE/FAX NO. - 011-23438091, 011-23438136 EMAIL ID - hq [dot] ndrf [at]nic [dot]in RECEPTION / EXCHANGE DETAILS NO. - 011-23438017, 011-23438019,