Assam Launches Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) to Enhance Disaster Management Capabilities
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | Launch of Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) |
| Launched by | Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) |
| Collaboration | Developed in collaboration with UNICEF |
| Purpose | Streamline reporting and assessment of disaster damages for prompt aid disbursal |
| Key Features | Real-time data collection, tracking of damages to crops, livestock, and other assets |
| Launch Event | Held at Assam Administrative Staff College (AASC), Khanapara, Guwahati |
| Chief Secretary | Dr. Ravi Kota |
| Handbook Released | "Handbook on Financial Assistance during Disasters" |
| Training Program | State Level Training Programme on Incident Response System for responders |
| Conducted by | National Institute of Disaster Management |
| Objective of Training | Equip disaster response teams with necessary skills and knowledge |
| Disaster Focus | Assam's proactive approach to managing multiple disasters, particularly floods |
| Platform's Impact | Centralized online platform for efficient decision-making and coordinated response efforts |
| Outcome | Enhanced disaster management capabilities, fostering a culture of preparedness in communities |