The Gujarat State Disaster Management Act, 2003
gujarat · 2003
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- S. 2In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, - Short title, extent and commencement
- S. 3Section 3 lists authorities responsible for disaster management under the Gujarat State Disaster Management Act, 2003.
- S. 4Section 4 mandates the State Government to ensure disaster management measures, including policy development, crisis groups, communication networks, procurement, and risk-sharing.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates government departments to assist in disaster management, relief operations, and plan preparation under the supervision of the Authority.
- S. 6Section 6 establishes the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority and its powers to acquire property and operate offices.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the composition of the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority, including ex-officio and appointed members.
- S. 8Section 8 outlines the meeting procedures and voting rules for the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority, including presiding officers and conflict of interest disclosures.
- S. 9Section 9 ensures that the Authority's actions remain valid despite vacancies, constitutional defects, or procedural irregularities.
- S. 10Section 10 appoints a Chief Executive Officer and other staff for the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority.
- S. 11The section authorizes the State Government to appoint a State Relief Commissioner for disaster management functions.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the primary responsibilities of the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority in disaster management and coordination.
- S. 13Section 13 mandates the Authority to collect, analyze disaster data, conduct research, and require information from individuals for these purposes.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes the Authority as a disaster information repository, communication link coordinator, and database manager for disaster management.
- S. 15Section 15 mandates the Authority to develop disaster management guidelines, assist in plan preparation, and maintain a master plan for the state.
- S. 16Section 16 mandates the Authority to promote disaster awareness, training, and capacity building, and formulate risk transfer policies.
- S. 17Section 17 authorizes the Authority to recommend disaster mitigation measures and inspections to appropriate authorities for disaster preparedness.
- S. 18(1) The Authority shall assist the State Government in formulating policies relating to relief activities
- S. 19Section 19 mandates the Authority to coordinate and facilitate rehabilitation and reconstruction post-disaster declaration.
- S. 20Section 20 outlines the powers and functions of the Chief Executive Officer in disaster management, including coordination, monitoring, and reporting.
- S. 21Section 21 empowers the Commissioner to issue emergency relief directions and control measures in disaster-affected areas.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the Commissioner's duties in disaster management, including strategy development, emergency planning, and coordination with local agencies.
- S. 23Section 23 empowers the Collector to issue emergency relief directions and take various measures to manage disaster situations.
- S. 24Section 24 mandates the Collector to oversee and coordinate disaster prevention, preparedness, and management activities in the district.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the duties of local authorities in disaster management, including training, resource readiness, compliance, relief operations, and plan preparation.
- S. 26Section 26 mandates government departments to prepare and integrate district-level disaster management plans, detailing prevention, mitigation, and emergency response strategies.
- S. 27Section 27 outlines duties of various organizations and local authorities for disaster management, including search and rescue, relief, and communication system maintenance.
- S. 28Duties of community groups and youth organizations
- S. 29Section 29 mandates factories to assist in disaster management, ensure staff training, resource readiness, structural compliance, and relief operations.
- S. 30Section 30 allows voluntary agencies to participate in disaster management activities, including relief operations and training.
- S. 31Section 31 mandates citizens to assist disaster management officials for prevention, response, warning, operations, evacuation, and recovery.
- S. 32Section 32 declares areas as disaster prone or affected, with local officials reporting threats, and the State Government issuing notifications.
- S. 33Section 33 establishes the Disaster Management Fund for the Authority and outlines its use for expenses, salaries, and investments.
- S. 34The Authority can borrow money with State Government approval for disaster management functions.
- S. 35Section 35 mandates the Authority to submit an annual budget to the State Government and carry forward unspent funds to the next year.
- S. 36(1) The accounts of the Authority shall be prepared and maintained in such form and manner as may be prescribed
- S. 37Section mandates the Authority to prepare annual reports and future work programs, which are to be submitted to the State Government and Legislature.
- S. 38Section penalizes obstruction, false disaster predictions, and fraudulent claims for disaster relief under the Gujarat State Disaster Management Act, 2003.
- S. 39Section 39 restricts who can file complaints for offenses under section 38 and exempts certain officials from examination when complaints are made.
- S. 40Section 40 makes company officers liable for offenses committed by the company if they were in charge or if the offense was due to their neglect.
- S. 41Section 41 authorizes designated officials to enter any land for disaster management purposes as needed.
- S. 42Section 42 allows the Authority to delegate its functions to various officers and form committees to handle specific duties.
- S. 43The State Government can direct the Authority on policy matters, but must allow the Authority to express its views first.
- S. 44Section 44 empowers authorities to issue orders for compliance during disaster relief in affected areas.
- S. 45Section 45 designates Authority members and officials as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 46Section 46 provides immunity from legal proceedings for officials acting in good faith under the Act.
- S. 47(1) The State Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules for carrying out the purposes of t
- S. 48Section 48 authorizes the Authority to create regulations with State Government approval to fulfill its duties under the Act.
- S. 49Section 49 dissolves the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority and its society upon its establishment.
- S. 50The section allows the State Government to issue orders to address difficulties in implementing the Act, subject to a three-year limit.
- S. 51Saving
- S. 1860Section transfers all properties, rights, liabilities, and contracts of a dissolved disaster management authority to a successor authority.
- S. 1948Section mandates entities to assist in disaster management, including damage assessment, reconstruction, and plan preparation.
- S. 1956Section authorizes Authority officers/employees to enter any land to perform disaster management functions.
- S. 1964Guj
- S. 2003(2) It extends to the whole of the State of Gujarat