Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, during the 20th anniversary commemoration of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami at INCOIS, highlighted India’s emergence as a global leader in disaster warning systems. He emphasized the nation’s advancements in disaster preparedness and global collaborations for resilient coastal communities.

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• India recognized as a global leader in disaster warning systems, supporting nations worldwide.
• Dr. Jitendra Singh spoke at INCOIS on the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami.
• INCOIS, established post-2004 Tsunami, is now a globally acclaimed institute.
• India’s Tsunami Early Warning System is internationally lauded and a key pillar of disaster preparedness.
• INCOIS contributes to the Ocean Decade Tsunami Programme, aiming for 100% tsunami-ready communities by 2030.
• Collaboration with UNESCO and the Tsunami Ready Initiative to strengthen coastal resilience.
• Plans to integrate storm surge and high-wave warnings into a multi-hazard early warning system.
• Highlighted oceanic exploration’s role in India’s progress toward “Viksit Bharat” with a focus on sustainable marine resources.
• Deep-sea mission initiatives, including deploying an Indian in the deep sea by 2026.
• Projects like BioE3 are enhancing biodiversity and contributing to national prosperity.