National Disaster Management Authority Launches Integrated Alert System
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) |
| Initiative | Common Alerting Protocol (CAP)-based Integrated Alert System |
| Platform | GIS-based portal |
| Principle | Awareness and Action |
| Communication Channels | Sachet mobile app and portal (sachet.ndma.gov.in) |
| Alerts | Timely SMS warnings for disasters like heatwaves, earthquakes, cyclones |
| Objective | Prevent loss of life and property through timely alerts |
| Availability | Free on Android and iOS platforms |