The Hindu·2 min read·medium
Kerala govt. empowers District Collectors to tackle monsoon disasters
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The Hindu Bureau
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The Kerala government has formally empowered District Collectors to utilize their statutory authority under the Disaster Management Act to manage monsoon-related crises. This directive aims to ensure rapid response and provides legal protection for officials acting in good faith.
The State government has invoked and reiterated the statutory powers vested in District Collectors, as chairpersons of the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs), to deal with monsoon-related disasters.
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