Kerala floods 2018

The 2018-19 Kerala floods had devastating impacts, affecting millions and exposing deep-rooted vulnerabilities among marginalized groups. This study highlights the need for focused policy interventions to build inclusive and resilient communities.

The Kerala Reconstruction and Development Programme encompasses key sectors of the economy such as agriculture, animal husbandry, fisheries, forestry, land, livelihoods, roads and bridges, transportation, urban services and infrastructure.

In August 2018, Kerala experienced severe flash floods with significant human and economic impacts. This publication highlights the global importance of flash floods and details a field mission to Kerala.

The report formulates recommendations to make Kerala the first green state in India with an eco-sensitive and risk-informed approach. The report also gives several high-ticket innovations and global examples to build back better (BBB) Kerala.

This study analyzes the August 2018 Kerala floods, focusing on how dam operations worsened the disaster. It recommends reviewing safety protocols, widening channels, and creating storage reservoirs to improve flood moderation and prevent future disasters.