Topic: Disaster and disaster management.
Q6. Explain the functioning of the SACHET alert system. Analyse its significance in strengthening India’s disaster management framework. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question
Increasing frequency of disasters and recent rollout of SACHET highlight the importance of technology-driven early warning systems in India’s disaster management framework.Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining how the SACHET system functions and analysing its contribution to strengthening disaster preparedness and response capacity. It also expects linkage with broader disaster management principles.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly link early warning systems with disaster risk reduction and governance
Body
- Functioning of SACHET: Cell broadcast based, geo-targeted, real-time alert system using telecom networks and CAP standards
- Significance in disaster management: Enhances last-mile connectivity, ensures rapid dissemination, and strengthens institutional coordination for risk reduction
Conclusion
Highlight role of technology in building resilient and proactive disaster management systems
