State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)

SDRF stands for State Disaster Response Fund, which is a fund that state governments use to respond to disasters. The Disaster Management Act of 2005 established the SDRF to provide a specialized response to natural and man-made disasters.

Details about the SDRF:

• The Central Government contributes 75% of the SDRF allocation to general category states and union territories.
• The annual contribution from the Central Government is released in two equal installments.
• The SDRF can only be used to provide immediate relief to victims.
• The Public Works Roads Department can use the SDRF to repair flood-damaged roads and bridges.