Disaster Mitigation

High-Level Committee Approves Disaster Mitigation Projects Worth Rs. 4645.60 Crore

Official Press

01 Oct 2025

A High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved disaster mitigation, recovery, and reconstruction projects totaling Rs. 4645.60 crore for nine states, including Assam, Kerala, and Madhya Pradesh. Key initiatives include a Rs. 692.05 crore wetlands restoration plan for Assam and an Urban Flood Risk Management Programme for 11 cities with a budget of Rs. 2444.42 crore. Financial assistance has also been allocated for recovery efforts in Assam and Kerala following recent natural disasters.

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RBI Introduces New Measures for Cooperative Banks

Ministry of Home Affairs Establishes Support Wing for Ex-Agniveers

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Government Enhances Fire Services Across States With New Scheme