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21 July 2026

Delhi monsoon preparedness

The topic provides relevant context for urban disaster management and governance accountability, though it is a routine administrative review rather than a landmark policy or national-level reform.

1 min read Day 7 of 15 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) held a review meeting regarding monsoon preparedness.
  • Key focus areas include the Urban Flood Mitigation plan and the deployment of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).
  • The Lieutenant-Governor has directed the Delhi government to implement measures to prevent monsoon-related flooding.
  • Accountability mechanisms are being established to fix responsibility for potential lapses in flood mitigation efforts.

Part of a longer story

This is day 7 of 15 in Delhi urban infrastructure and civic management initiatives, which has been running since 24 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Urban flooding has emerged as a major challenge for metropolitan cities in India. Discuss the role of Disaster Management Authorities in formulating and implementing urban flood mitigation strategies. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which legislation are the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) constituted in India?

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