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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Disaster Management Awards (DMA 2026)