Natural disasters such as cyclones and floods can strike anytime, without warning, leaving behind a trail of immense loss and damage. Indiaʼs diverse topography and the increasing impact of climate change make it especially vulnerable to natural disasters. Over the last decade, the country has witnessed several disasters such as the devastating Kerala floods in 2018, Assam floods in 2022, Cyclone Michaung in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in 2023, and the landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, in 2024. Each of these disasters has impacted countless lives, pushing already underprivileged communities into deeper hardship, worsening the humanitarian crisis.

The CII Foundation has been at the forefront of disaster response, working with governments, industry, medical institutions, and civil society to provide immediate relief and long-term rehabilitation. Leveraging a multi-stakeholder approach, the Foundation ensures swift relief-food, medical supplies, and other essentials-while also leading reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts for schools, health centres, and livelihoods.