GAURAV KUMAR BANSAL vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court, while addressing the petitions under Article 32 concerning the implementation of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, emphasized the necessity for the formulation of National and State Plans as mandated by Sections 11 and 23 of the Act. The Court noted the laxity of various State Governments in complying with the statutory requirements, leading to inadequate disaster preparedness. The Court directed the Union and State Governments to ensure compliance with the Act and formulate necessary plans for effective disaster management, thereby holding that proactive measures are essential for safeguarding lives and property during disasters.