I am filled with great joy and a sense of huge responsibility to lead National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the largest force globally dedicated to responding to disasters. NDRF has consistently taken the lead and demonstrated remarkable dedication and commitment in disaster situations embodying our motto of providing sustained disaster response service under any circumstances. The dedication, professionalism and selflessness exhibited by our rescuers have earned NDRF widespread admiration.

NDRF has saved over 1,55,205 precious lives and evacuated more than 8,00,420 stranded individuals from disaster-stricken areas both within and outside the country since its inception. The rapid and efficient response of NDRF during major disasters such as the Japan Triple Disaster of 2011, the Nepal Earthquake of 2015 and the Türkiye Earthquake of 2023 has garnered global acclaim. Excellent team work, rigorous training and greater use of technology have made these achievements possible.

I will make all the efforts to carry forward the excellent work of my predecessors and steer NDRF to greater heights so that we can serve our country in times of need.


“आपदा सेवा सदैव सर्वत्र”
Jai Hind.