STATE DISASTER RELIEF FORCE

The state of Arunachal Pradesh (‘the State’) is very prone to various types of natural and
manmade disasters and is especially vulnerable to earthquakes as it is located in Seismic
Zone V. The Government of Arunachal Pradesh (‘GoAP’) recognizes the need for a
proactive, comprehensive and sustained approach to disaster management to reduce the
detrimental effects of disasters on the overall socio-economic development of the state.
GoAP believes that a policy that articulates its vision and strategy for disaster
management in the state is required