DRR Expo 2026 | 16th - 18th April 2026 | Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
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Disaster Management Awards (DMA 2026)

About Disaster Management Awards (DMA 2026)

Disaster Management Awards are instituted to recognize and honour exceptional contributions, innovations, leadership, and bravery in the field of disaster preparedness, response, mitigation, relief, and rehabilitation. These awards celebrate the tireless efforts of government authorities, emergency responders, armed forces, healthcare professionals, NGOs, community organizations, corporates, researchers, and volunteers who work relentlessly to save lives and build resilient societies.

Purpose of the Awards

Acknowledge outstanding service and excellence in disaster risk reduction and management
Encourage innovation, technology adoption, and best practices
Promote preparedness, resilience, and sustainable recovery
Inspire institutions and individuals to strengthen disaster response mechanisms
Highlight success stories that can be replicated across regions and sectors

Scope & Coverage

The awards cover a wide spectrum of disasters, including natural disasters (floods, cyclones, earthquakes, droughts, landslides, pandemics) and man-made disasters (industrial accidents, fires, chemical spills, infrastructure failures). They recognize efforts at local, state, national, and international levels.

Who Can Participate

Government departments & local authorities Disaster response forces & first responders Armed forces, police, fire & civil defence Hospitals, healthcare institutions & emergency medical teams NGOs, humanitarian agencies & volunteer groups Corporates & CSR initiatives Startups, technology providers & research institutions Educational institutions & training organizations

Key Focus Areas

Disaster preparedness & early warning systems
Emergency response & rescue operations
Relief, rehabilitation & recovery
Community resilience & capacity building
Innovation, technology & climate resilience
Leadership, bravery & lifelong service

Award Categories

Emergency Response & Operations
  • Best Disaster Response Team
  • Fastest Emergency Response Award
  • Excellence in Search & Rescue Operations
  • Outstanding Relief & Rehabilitation Initiative
  • Best Multi-Agency Coordination Award
Government & Public Sector
  • Excellence in Government Disaster Management
  • Best State / District Disaster Preparedness Program
  • Urban Disaster Risk Reduction Award
  • Rural Disaster Management Excellence Award
  • Outstanding Contribution by Local Administration
First Responders & Forces
  • Bravery Award for Disaster Response Personnel
  • Outstanding Contribution by Fire Services
  • Best Contribution by Police / Home Guards
  • Civil Defence Excellence Award
  • Outstanding Role by Armed Forces in Disaster Relief
Healthcare & Humanitarian Response
  • Best Emergency Medical Response Award
  • Excellence in Public Health Crisis Management
  • Best Hospital Disaster Preparedness Award
  • Outstanding Humanitarian Relief Organization
  • Mental Health & Trauma Care Excellence Award
Community, NGO & Volunteer Initiatives
  • Best NGO in Disaster Management
  • Community Resilience & Preparedness Award
  • Outstanding Volunteer Group Award
  • Women-Led Disaster Management Initiative
  • Youth Leadership in Disaster Preparedness
Innovation, Technology & Research
  • Best Disaster Management Technology Solution
  • Innovation in Early Warning Systems
  • Use of AI / Drones / GIS in Disaster Response
  • Research Excellence in Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Climate-Smart Disaster Mitigation Award
Corporate, CSR & Industry
  • Best Corporate Disaster Relief Initiative
  • Excellence in CSR for Disaster Management
  • Private Sector Leadership in Disaster Resilience
  • Infrastructure Resilience & Safety Award
  • Business Continuity & Crisis Management Excellence
Education, Awareness & Training
  • Disaster Awareness Campaign of the Year
  • Best Disaster Management Training Program
  • School / University Preparedness Award
  • Excellence in Capacity Building & Skill Development
  • Public Communication & Risk Awareness Award
Special & Lifetime Honors
  • Lifetime Achievement in Disaster Management
  • Disaster Management Leadership Award
  • Outstanding Contribution to National Disaster Resilience
  • Global Excellence in Disaster Management
  • Humanitarian Service Excellence Award
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