India’s Major Disaster Resilience Projects Approved

The Union Home Minister-led High-Level Committee (HLC) in 2025 approved disaster mitigation and recovery projects worth Rs 4,645.60 crore. These projects benefit nine states and align with the national goal of a disaster-resilient India. The committee includes key ministers and uses funds from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF). The focus is on flood control, ecosystem protection, and infrastructure rebuilding.

Key Project Approvals and Funding

The largest share, Rs 692.05 crore, was allocated to Assam for restoring 24 wetlands in the Brahmaputra basin. This pilot project aims to improve flood storage, reduce erosion, protect aquatic life, and boost fisheries. The Centre will fund 75 per cent, with the state contributing 25 per cent. The long-term objective is to create a flood-proof Brahmaputra valley.

Urban Flood Risk Management Programme Phase-II

The HLC approved Rs 2,444.42 crore for the Urban Flood Risk Management Programme Phase-II. It targets 11 flood-prone cities such as Bhopal, Jaipur, Guwahati, and Lucknow. The funding model is 90 per cent from the Centre and 10 per cent from the states. Guwahati will receive an additional Rs 200 crore for floodwalls, erosion control, stormwater systems, and early warning mechanisms.

Recovery and Reconstruction After Natural Disasters

Funds of Rs 1,270.78 crore for Assam and Rs 260.56 crore for Kerala were sanctioned for flood and landslide recovery. This includes support after the 2022 floods and the 2024 Wayanad landslide. These measures complement previous approvals for flood risk in seven metro areas and hazard-specific projects addressing landslides, glacial floods, forest fires, lightning, and drought.

Financial Disbursements and National Disaster Funds

In the fiscal year 2026, the Centre disbursed Rs 13,578.80 crore under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to 27 states. It also released Rs 2,024.04 crore under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to 12 states. Additional funds were allocated for disaster mitigation efforts to strengthen preparedness and response.