01-05 December 2025
INCOIS, Hyderabad, India.
| Abstract Submission No. | ABS-05-0108 |
| Title of Abstract | The challenge of disasters to the coastal communities: A case study of two states in India |
| Authors | Padmashree Anandhan* |
| Organisation | National Institute of Advanced Studies, IISc, Bangalore |
| Address | National Institute of Advanced Studies Bangalore, Karnataka, India Pincode: 560012 E-mail: Padmashreeanandhan@gmail.com |
| Country | India |
| Presentation | Oral |
| Abstract | The frequency of tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea has increased in the last ten years. In the Bay of Bengal, compared to 1990-2010 and 2010-2023, there is an increased occurrence of depression, inducing more occurrences of the ⿿red alert category than orange or yellow, in the past decade. Whereas in the Arabian Sea, comparing 1982-2002 and 2001-2019, the severe category of cyclones has increased by 150 per cent. The Arabian Sea is not prone to frequent tropical cyclones like the Bay of Bengal. However, this trend is changing with increased cyclone activity in the past five years. In this circumstance, the most impact has been on the livelihoods of the coastal communities that rely on fishing, small-scale businesses, aquaculture, and agriculture. They face critical challenges such as displacement, livelihood threats, and health risks. The measures taken by Tamil Nadu and Kerala governments include disaster management plans, cyclone shelters, monsoon preparedness and response, early warning systems and relief activities. However, lack in relief, urban planning and mitigation of coastal health. At the policy level, updating ICZM maps, measures to reduce rapid urbanisation, sustainable fishing and protection of coastal ecosystems are absent. The paper will first analyse the major coastal disasters and the impact of anomalies on the local communities of the two states during 2015 and 2025. Second, to understand the adaptation measures of the coastal communities. Third, analyse the effectiveness of the coastal governance measures of the Tamil Nadu and Kerala governments. Lastly, draw lessons within states in India (Odisha and Assam) and from other IOR states (Singapore, Australia and France) for better coastal management. The study will lead to policy recommendations for better coastal governance strategies. |
| Are you part of IIOE-2 endorsed project | no |
| Keywords | Anomalies, fatalities, adaptation, governance, lessons within IOR |
| For Awards | yes |
| Date Of Birth | 12-12-1996 |
| ECSN Registration Number | IIOE2-ECSN-0210 |