Functions

To review the progress made in the field of disaster management from time to time
To appraise the extent and manner in which the Disaster Management Policy has been implemented by the Central and State Governments, and other concerned agencies, and to give appropriate advice in the matter
To advise regarding coordination between the Central and State Governments/UT Administrations, local Governments and civil society organisations for development of Disaster Risk Reduction
To advise suo-moto or on a reference made by the Central Government or any State Government or a Union Territory Administration on any question pertaining to disaster management
To review the Disaster Management Policy