The Union Ministry of Power and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up early warning systems for vulnerable hydro projects or power stations in the hilly regions.
Currently, the majority of hydropower projects and dams in hilly regions do not have early warning systems.
An early warning system (EWS) is an integrated system of
Hazard monitoring, forecasting and prediction
Disaster risk assessment
Communication and preparedness activities system
Processes that enable individuals, communities, governments, and businesses to take timely action to minimize disaster risks.