Disaster Management for Highways in India
Implementing Partner: Build Change
Project name: Disaster Management for Highways: CDRI–Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of India Collaboration
CDRI provided technical expertise to NHIDCL in developing a Disaster Management Plan (DMP) for MoRTH, ensuring effective disaster response for roads and highways.
The plan emphasizes maintaining traffic connectivity, outlining strategies for preparedness, response, and recovery.
By safeguarding infrastructure functionality and user safety during disasters, the DMP enhances resilience and supports sustainable transport management, reinforcing the sector’s ability to withstand and recover from extreme events efficiently.
Collaboration:
- Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India
Impact
1
The DMP strengthens highways and roads against disaster disruptions, ensuring rapid restoration of traffic connectivity. This proactive approach minimizes economic losses and enhances the safety and reliability of transport networks, enhancing infrastructure resilience.
2
By integrating preparedness and recovery strategies, the plan equips authorities with effective tools to reduce risks. Improved coordination and response mechanisms optimize disaster response, ensuring uninterrupted mobility during and after extreme events.
3
The DMP promotes long-term resilience by addressing vulnerabilities and integrating adaptive solutions. This framework supports efficient infrastructure planning, safeguarding critical transport systems against future hazards while enhancing overall disaster preparedness.
