Why this matters now
The Sendai Framework anchors global DRR and India’s disaster policy, and the India-led CDRI is a current-affairs highlight. Both are commonly tested.
The Sendai Framework (2015-2030)
Adopted in 2015, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030) is the global blueprint for reducing disaster risk. It sets four priorities — (1) understanding disaster risk, (2) strengthening risk governance, (3) investing in DRR for resilience, and (4) enhancing preparedness for “Build Back Better” — and seven global targets (e.g. reducing mortality, economic loss and damage to infrastructure).
From Hyogo to Sendai
The Sendai Framework succeeded the Hyogo Framework for Action (2005-2015). The shift marked a move from managing disasters to managing disaster risk — emphasising prevention, resilience and integration with development and climate action.
India and the CDRI
India aligns its disaster policy with Sendai and has shown global leadership by launching the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) — an international partnership to make infrastructure resilient to disasters and climate change. India also helped pioneer DRR cooperation in regional and G20 settings.
Links with development and climate
DRR is closely tied to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement — disasters undo development gains, and climate change amplifies hazards. Effective disaster governance therefore integrates DRR, development and climate adaptation together.
UPSC angle
Know the Sendai Framework (2015-2030, 4 priorities incl. Build Back Better, 7 targets), its Hyogo predecessor, and the India-led CDRI. Link DRR to the SDGs and Paris Agreement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Sendai Framework?
The global blueprint for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030), with four priorities and seven targets to reduce disaster losses.
What did the Sendai Framework replace?
The Hyogo Framework for Action (2005-2015), marking a shift from managing disasters to managing disaster risk.
What is the CDRI?
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure — an India-led international partnership to make infrastructure resilient to disasters and climate change.
How is disaster risk reduction linked to development?
Disasters reverse development gains and climate change amplifies hazards, so DRR must be integrated with the SDGs and climate adaptation.