The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), headed by the Prime Minister of India, is the apex body for Disaster Management in India. Setting up of NDMA and the creation of an enabling environment for institutional mechanisms at the State and District levels is mandated by the Disaster Management Act, 2005. NDMA is mandated to lay down the policies, plans and guidelines for Disaster Management. India envisions the development of an ethos of Prevention, Mitigation, Preparedness and Response.

The Indian government strives to promote a national resolve to mitigate the damage and destruction caused by natural and man-made disasters, through sustained and collective efforts of all Government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations and People’s participation. This is planned to be accomplished by adopting a Technology-Driven, Pro-Active, Multi-Hazard and Multi-Sectoral strategy for building a Safer, Disaster Resilient and Dynamic India.

NDMA reflects the aspirations of National Vision, of empowering all stakeholders to improve the effectiveness of Disaster Management in India. NDMA has 5 major divisions viz. Policy & Plans, Mitigation , Operations & Communications & Information & Technology , Administration and Finance.

Jamia Hamdard was conceived as a seat of higher learning in Unani Medicine, Islamic Studies, Biosciences, Pharmacy, Nursing and other areas of knowledge by its founder as a means of fulfilling the objects of the wakf. Over a period of last ten years, Jamia Hamdard has emerged as an outstanding institution of higher learning with distinct and focused academic programmes. Graduate programme in Information Technology and Computer Applications and Post-graduate programmes in Information Technology, Computer Applications, Business Management, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy have been started in the last few years. Undergraduate programmes in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy are being introduced from this year. Jamia Hamdard offers postgraduate and doctoral programmes in several disciplines for which advanced facilities are available. A Distinguished Institution of Higher Learning, serving as the vital Knowledge and Venue Partner. Jamia Hamdard provides the essential academic grounding, research insights, and state-of-the art facilities necessary for fostering rigorous discussion and innovation.

The Centre of Environment and Sustainable Development (CESD) at Jamia Hamdard is a testament to the institution's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development. Founded in line with the vision of the late Janab Hakeem Abdul Hameed Saheb, CESD has evolved into a beacon of environmental awareness and action. CESD aligns its initiatives with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of environmental responsibility by organizing campaigns for reduced waste generation, recycling, rainwater harvesting, and overall sustainability. It serves as a catalyst for positive change, inspiring students, faculty, and the community to actively contribute to building a greener world. The center's efforts extend to graduate, post-graduate, and research programs, reflecting a shared responsibility for environmental conservation. The commitment to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement underscores CESD's dedication to creating a sustainable and impactful future for the university and beyond.

Disaster Management Initiatives and Convergence Society (DMICS) was established in 2005, in the aftermath of Indian Ocean Tsunami, to enhance understanding and awareness among the people about the risks of various types and dimensions of disasters, and the measures to be taken for reducing the risks, and for better preparedness, response and recovery through multi disciplinary research and publications, and multi- stake holder's consultations. DMICS is engaged in conducting series of workshops, seminars and conferences on a wide range of issues of disaster risk management and networks with communities, governments, NGOs, academic and research institutions, media, public and private sectors. DMICS has been privileged to have organized six editions of World Congresses on Disaster Management (WCDM), each attended by more than 3000 delegates from around the world. Over the years WCDM has emerged as the leading platform in the developing world outside the UN system to bring policy makers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss the critical issues of disaster risk management at all levels across all sectors.