The Delhi government will deploy officials from various stakeholder departments at disaster management control rooms to improve coordination and ensure a faster response during emergencies, officials familiar with the matter said.
Officials said the presence of representatives from different departments at control rooms would help streamline communication, facilitate quicker decision-making and ensure coordinated action during disasters. The move is aimed at reducing delays in the flow of information and improving coordination among agencies involved in rescue, relief and emergency management, officials said.
As part of the initiative, the Delhi Police will procure radio communication devices on behalf of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). The equipment is expected to strengthen communication between agencies and enable officials to coordinate operations more effectively during emergencies. The decisions assume significance for Delhi, which faces multiple disaster risks, including urban flooding, fires, building collapses and other emergencies that require coordinated action by several government agencies.
Officials said strengthening institutional coordination and communication infrastructure would help improve the city’s overall disaster management capabilities.
A dedicated radio communication system is expected to provide a more reliable alternative for communication between officials and field personnel during such situations.
Officials said the existing dependence on mobile phone technology could pose challenges during disasters, when mobile networks may become congested or disrupted, affecting coordination among emergency response teams.
