This document discusses capacity building in disaster management in India. It outlines the key aspects of the Disaster Management Act of 2005, including taking a proactive rather than relief-centric approach. It also discusses the disaster management cycle and approaches like prevention, preparedness, mitigation, rehabilitation and reconstruction. Existing challenges are identified, such as increasing disaster risks due to factors like urbanization and lack of education and training. New training requirements are proposed across sectors and different disaster types. The document concludes by discussing the scope and methods of providing disaster management training in India to build institutional capacity at all levels.

1. CAPACITY BUILDING IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
WAY FORWARD
DR.ARASU SUNDARAM
HoD/ Programme Director
Disaster management Cell
Anna Institute of Management -State ATI
Chennai
arasus1@gmail.com

2. DISASTER MANAGEMENT ACT- 2005
 Paradigm shift – relief centric approach to a proactive regime
 A holistic and integrated approach
 Building strategic partnerships at various levels
 Preparedness and Capacity development in all spheres
 Consolidation of past initiatives and best practices
 Identification, assessment and monitoring of disaster risks
 Build disaster resilient structures and habitat for ensuring safer living.
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3. DISASTER MANAGEMENT CYCLE
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4.  Promoting a culture of prevention
 Multi level , Multi-sectoral and Multi discipline synergy
 DM related skills to all stakeholders
 Top Down and Bottom Up Approach
DISASTER MANAGEMENT APPROACH
• PREVENTION
• PREPRADNESS
• MITIGATION
• REHABILITAION
• RECONSTRUCTION
• DEVELOPMENT
POST
DISATSER
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5.  Frequency and intensity of disasters and impacts - increase of risk
 Poverty , Population density and growth
 Urbanization and migration-More habitations in disaster prone areas
 Post disaster approach – adhoc basis - Relief oriented –reactive
 Resources allocated for immediate and post disaster activities
 Lack of education, awareness and capacity at all levels
 Single disaster approach rather multi disaster approach
 Lack of preparation and implantation of disaster management plans
 Lack of capacity - stakeholders like departments , First responder- communities, etc
 Inadequate database and early warning system
 Absence of HVRA studies
 Corporate sectors /Industries - Social responsibility- Lack of clarity in DM
 Lack of mainstreaming of DM activities
EXISTING SCENARIO
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6. NEW TRAINING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS IDENTIFIED
• Due to location – prone to more hazards - disasters
 Kumbakonam school tragedy( 2004 )- Training and Awareness - SDMP
 Tsunami Impact ( 2004 )- CRZ - Early Warning System - INCOIS - Training and
Awareness
 Thane Cyclone ( 2011) - impact- departments - Gap analysis- power and
communication failure- last mile connectivity- EOC’s - CDRR - SDRF
 Chennai Flood (2015 / 2016 )- impact - Training and Awareness -prevention/
preparedness
 Multi disaster construction practices- capacity building to engineers, architects , etc
 SDMP , SOP’s on Natural Disasters and HVRA studies in districts
 MHA industries – risk assessment studies- mock drill
 Infusion of Latest Technology - GIS and Remote Sensing in Data Management
 IEC material preparation and distribution
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7. SCOPE OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAMMES
 Hazard specific - Natural and Man-made - training
 Multi sector and Multi level preparedness and prevention
 Emergency First Responders – specialised skill training
 Community based Disaster Risk Management and Risk Reduction
 Multi disaster construction practices
 GIS and Remote Sensing Technology based – Hands on training- HVRA analysis
 Need based disaster management training
 Sector specific Disaster Management Plan preparation
 Awareness , sensitisation and capacity building training
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8. • Capacity of Disaster Management Cell/Centres -ATI’s
* Faculties , Staff and Infrastructure
* Capacity of in-house faculties
• Funding Mechanism- GOI-MHA-20014 – 14 Finance Commission- SDRF-
10 percent – CP of DM/ Training -Research Project
Institutional Capacity Development
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9. FUNCTIONAL AREAS
 Training and Capacity Building
 Research and Guidance in the area of DM
 Policy advocacy and expertise to government and departments
 Preparation of DM plans, SOP’s, Manuals, Guidelines, etc.
 Developing a resource repository
 Linkage with training, academic, research and other institutions
 Development of Training Modules and Curriculum and IEC materials
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10. TYPE, LEVEL AND METHODS OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAININGS
 Type of trainings
o Induction
o Refreshment
o Skill Up gradation
o Orientation
o TOT
 State , District and Field levels
 Methods
o PPT Presentation
o Discussion
o Movie/video clippings
o Role play
o Hand on experience/ Practical training
o Simulation/ Table Top exercise
o Mock drills, etc
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11.  Coastal cities – Climate Change Impact- unpredictable nature –quantum of rainfall-
wind velocity
 Vulnerability variation - place and time- across the country
 Require special coping capacity in city management
 Specific study required – micro level planning/ location specific plans- preparation
and mitigation
 Deal with critical issues in disaster management and provide practical solution
 Chairs can be established in all the DMC – across the country
 Expert from a reputed institution/ agency
 Linkage across the country – serve as resource base for all stakeholders
 Chair may be created – funded by NIDM – GOI or departments or private agency.
Centre of Excellence in Disaster Management
ESTABLISHMENT OF A CHAIR
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12.  E- Learning Course on Disaster Management- Volunteers
 Capacity Building of Stakeholders-CBDM- Sectors- ULB’s
 Deputation of Officers
 Research and Development
 Documentation of Best Practices
 Knowledge Management
 Training Need Analysis
 Feedback Mechanism
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13. THANKS
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