Directorate of Disaster Management, Andaman & Nicobar Administration

The Directorate of Disaster Management is a key department under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, responsible for formulating and implementing disaster risk reduction strategies across the union territory. Established to ensure the safety and resilience of the islands, the department works under the guidance of the local administration to coordinate emergency response, capacity building, and mitigation efforts. Its mandate includes managing disaster databases, conducting training for officials, and ensuring that all district-level plans are strictly aligned with national disaster management policies.