The National Policy on Disaster Management 2009 outlines India's policy for reducing risks and losses from disasters. Key points:
1. The Disaster Management Act of 2009 provides the legal framework and establishes agencies like the National Disaster Management Authority and state and district authorities to oversee disaster management.
2. The policy focuses on prevention, mitigation and preparedness like evaluating infrastructure, training, and standard procedures.
3. It also covers disaster response, relief, rehabilitation, reconstruction, capacity building, knowledge management and technology to minimize losses from natural or man-made disasters.