Disasters strike without warning, but India’s defense forces are racing ahead with tech that defies destruction. The Western Command’s recent disaster management conclave spotlighted systems that keep lines open in the golden hour, no matter the chaos.
Partnering with NDMA, the event brought together policymakers, academics, and soldiers to showcase AI-driven early warning platforms for landslides and floods. A key highlight: satellite-linked communication modules that function even when infrastructure is obliterated.
‘From reactive to proactive’ was the mantra, as Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd.) shared insights on crisis leadership. GOC Lieutenant General Ajay Chandpuria stressed seamless protocols for relief operations.
The exhibition buzzed with cutting-edge gear—rescue equipment for high altitudes, protective CBRN suits, and trauma kits ready for the frontlines. IIT Mandi researchers demonstrated remote sensing tools predicting geological hazards with precision.
NDRF’s critical review of past floods proposed innovative solutions for urban and rural flooding, focusing on resource mobilization and sustainability. Community outreach initiatives aimed to empower locals as the first line of defense.
Closing the two-day event, leaders outlined 2026 roadmaps: integrated training and command frameworks. This conclave isn’t just talk—it’s a blueprint for a disaster-resilient India, blending strategy, tech, and resolve.
