Indian coasts are highly vulnerable to tropical cyclones
and consequent recurrent loss of life and properties. It is now well
recognized that by taking long and short term mitigation measures, the
loss of life and properties can be minimized. Hazard risk mitigation is
key to sustainable development and this has been the policy of
Government of India, which lays greater emphasis on prevention,
preparedness and mitigation. With this in view, Ministry of Home Affairs
(MHA), Government of India conceptualized a comprehensive National
Cyclone Risk Mitigation Strategy through several consultations, ending
with a National workshop, "Developing Strategy for Cyclone Mitigation in
the Coastal & Island Regions of India", held during Feb. 4-5, 2003
at the Administrative Training Institute, Kolkata. This strategy will be
a part of the Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan being developed at the
National level. To give effect to the strategic interventions, the
Ministry of Home Affairs decided to put in place the "National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project".
After the formation of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA),
the management of the Project was transferred to NDMA in September,
2006.
The overall objective of the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project ('NCRMP') is to minimize vulnerability to cyclones and make people and infrastructure disaster resilient in harmony with the conservation of the coastal eco-system in the cyclone hazard prone States and Union Territories of India. National Disaster Management Authority ('NDMA') under the aegis of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will implement the Project in collaboration with Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa, and the National Institute for Disaster Management in the first phase. The Project costing Rs 1496.71 crores (US $ 308.60 million) is to be funded by the World Bank (International Development Association credit) as an Adaptable Program Loan to be scaled up to US $ 969 million for covering the other States and UT's based on their readiness to implement the Project. The Project is proposed as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with 75% contribution (for Component B of the Project) by the Central Government, as grant-in-aid and a matching 25% contribution by the State Governments. Other components will be funded 100% by the Central Government, as grant-in-aid. Planning Commission has given in principle approval for the Project and the Project is included in the 11th five year plan.Aims & Objectives
The overall objective of the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project ('NCRMP') is to minimize vulnerability to cyclones and make people and infrastructure disaster resilient in harmony with the conservation of the coastal eco-system in the cyclone hazard prone States and Union Territories of India. National Disaster Management Authority ('NDMA') under the aegis of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will implement the Project in collaboration with Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa, and the National Institute for Disaster Management in the first phase. The Project costing Rs 1496.71 crores (US $ 308.60 million) is to be funded by the World Bank (International Development Association credit) as an Adaptable Program Loan to be scaled up to US $ 969 million for covering the other States and UT's based on their readiness to implement the Project. The Project is proposed as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with 75% contribution (for Component B of the Project) by the Central Government, as grant-in-aid and a matching 25% contribution by the State Governments. Other components will be funded 100% by the Central Government, as grant-in-aid. Planning Commission has given in principle approval for the Project and the Project is included in the 11th five year plan.Aims & Objectives
1. Mission Statement:
The National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project seeks to minimize
vulnerability in the cyclone hazard prone States and Union Territories
of India and make people and infrastructure disaster resilient, in
harmony with conservation of the coastal eco-system.
2. Key Objectives: The Project aims to fulfil its Mission by undertaking following structural and non structural measures:
(i). Strengthening cyclone warning systems by improving the last mile connectivity for dissemination of early warnings and advisories from authorities to communities and to receive feedback from communities by the authorities.
(ii). Construction and sustainable maintenance of multi-purpose cyclone shelters.
(iii). Construction of connecting roads and bridges.
(iv). Construction of coastal embankments in selected places to stop saline ingress to protect crops, vital property and population.
(v). Shelterbelt plantation and mangrove plantation/regeneration.
(vi). Detailed Hazard, Vulnerability and Risk Assessment studies of coastal districts, provide technical assistance for preparing high priority risk mitigation investments, preparation of long term training and capacity building strategy, and strengthening institutional capacity for damage and loss assessment.
(vii). Strengthening community level preparedness and building the capacity of the communities to manage disasters as the first responders. Identify support and other stakeholders and build their capacities for coordinated and systematic response and mitigation measures. Awareness generation regarding preparedness and mitigation measures.
2. Key Objectives: The Project aims to fulfil its Mission by undertaking following structural and non structural measures:
(i). Strengthening cyclone warning systems by improving the last mile connectivity for dissemination of early warnings and advisories from authorities to communities and to receive feedback from communities by the authorities.
(ii). Construction and sustainable maintenance of multi-purpose cyclone shelters.
(iii). Construction of connecting roads and bridges.
(iv). Construction of coastal embankments in selected places to stop saline ingress to protect crops, vital property and population.
(v). Shelterbelt plantation and mangrove plantation/regeneration.
(vi). Detailed Hazard, Vulnerability and Risk Assessment studies of coastal districts, provide technical assistance for preparing high priority risk mitigation investments, preparation of long term training and capacity building strategy, and strengthening institutional capacity for damage and loss assessment.
(vii). Strengthening community level preparedness and building the capacity of the communities to manage disasters as the first responders. Identify support and other stakeholders and build their capacities for coordinated and systematic response and mitigation measures. Awareness generation regarding preparedness and mitigation measures.
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