Mumbai Flood Disaster: Developing a Response Plan for the City

This report provides a comprehensive response plan to address the challenges posed by flooding in Mumbai. It begins by outlining the background of the problem, including the city's demographic structure and the impact of heavy rainfall on various communities, particularly the Dharavi slum. The report identifies complexities such as subway closures, railway disruptions, and limitations in existing forecasting technology. It then details the existing government recovery plan, including upgrades to the stormwater drainage system and widening of water channels. The expected recovery plan incorporates strategies such as operating a main communication center, deploying civil defense personnel, and de-silting the Mithi river. The plan also emphasizes the importance of active traffic management, prompt hospital services, and slum improvement initiatives. Furthermore, the report highlights the crucial role of information technology, including communication, GPS usage, and media dissemination, in disaster management. The conclusion emphasizes the need for effective ICT implementation to improve the response to future flood events.