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Apurva VermaAIR 42· 2022

Question 6GS3GS3

Air accidents are low-frequency but high-impact events. Examine the disaster management protocols in place for aviation-related emergencies in India.

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Introduction

Recent air crash accident of Ahmedabad has highlighted the sensitive nature of aviation sector. Disaster management is key to prevent such incidents.

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Main Body

Low frequency but high-impact: More casualties as compared to other modes of transport. Eg: Kochi airshow accident. More psychological impact on people. Rise steps for evacuation and safety protocols. Spontaneous nature of accidents. Disaster management protocols: Institutional oversight. Bodies like DGCA and AAIB maintain start control and vigil over functioning. Near guidelines to anti-crises for disaster handling. Trying to save maximum lives. Health readiness at airport in case of any untoward incident. Eg: False barricades and ambulances always present. Use of technology to monitor and provide guidelines. Eg: Role of Air Traffic Control. Emergency services commissioned in aircraft idea. Eg: Baer fort and over-sea game training. Any accident present scope for safeguarding our emergency response to the best possible levels.

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Topper

Apurva Verma

AIR 422022

Subject & Paper

GS3GS3

Topic

Disaster Management

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Aviation Disaster Management

Writing Stats

142

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analytical

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