Disaster Management — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority v. State of Gujarat

2012

This case, though not a Supreme Court judgment, highlighted the importance of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, and the roles of the various authorities established under it. It…

Swaraj Abhiyan (V) v. Union of India

2016

While primarily focused on drought management and the right to food, this Supreme Court judgment significantly impacted the understanding of disaster management in India. The…