The Union government has approved ₹1,912.99 crore in additional disaster relief for six states and a Union Territory that were severely affected by floods, flash floods, cloudbursts, landslides, and Cyclone Montha during 2025. The decision was taken by a High-Level Committee chaired by Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah.
The assistance will be provided from the National Disaster Response Fund and is aimed at helping affected regions rebuild damaged infrastructure and support relief and recovery operations following a year marked by extreme weather events.
According to the approved allocations, Gujarat has received the largest share at ₹778.67 crore. Andhra Pradesh will receive ₹341.48 crore, while the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been sanctioned ₹330.34 crore. Himachal Pradesh has been granted ₹288.39 crore, and Nagaland ₹158.41 crore. Chhattisgarh has been allocated ₹15.70 crore.
Relief for regions battered by extreme weather
Several parts of the country witnessed destructive natural disasters in 2025. Floods and flash floods inundated settlements, cloudbursts triggered sudden surges of water in mountainous regions, while landslides caused widespread disruption to transport networks and local infrastructure. Cyclone Montha added to the damage in some areas, leaving communities struggling to restore basic services.
The newly approved financial support is intended to strengthen relief measures and assist state administrations in rebuilding essential infrastructure, restoring public services, and supporting communities affected by the disasters.
The assistance will be released from the National Disaster Response Fund, with the amount subject to an adjustment of 50 per cent of the State Disaster Response Fund available in the opening balance of the financial year.
Additional support beyond existing disaster funds
The allocation approved by the High Level Committee is over and above the funds already provided by the central government under the State Disaster Response Fund, which remains the primary mechanism through which states finance disaster relief operations.
During the financial year 2025–26, the central government released ₹20,735.20 crore to 28 states under the State Disaster Response Fund. In addition, ₹3,628.18 crore was released to 21 states from the National Disaster Response Fund to assist in managing major disasters nationwide.
Financial support has also been extended for disaster preparedness and risk reduction. A total of ₹5,373.20 crore has been released to 23 states under the State Disaster Mitigation Fund, while ₹1,189.56 crore has been provided to 21 states from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund.
Government reiterates commitment to disaster response
The central government has reiterated its commitment to stand with state governments during natural calamities and distress. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government said it remains committed to ensuring that affected regions receive the necessary support to manage relief operations and rebuild after disasters.
The latest financial assistance reflects the continuing effort to strengthen India’s disaster response framework and provide timely support to regions grappling with the aftermath of extreme weather events.
