INHAF launches Chennai disaster study, seeks citizen stories
The study, Disaster Response in Chennai: Learning from the Past, and Learning from the People, is part of the ongoing ClimACT-Chennai initiative and spans the years 2015-2024. At least 350 lives were lost during the devastating floods in Chennai in 2015. But behind each number lies a personal story because disasters, at their core, are lived human experiences. To document these stories, INHAF is inviting Chennai residents to share their memories, photographs, videos, and reflections. These contributions will help build a comprehensive, people-centred history of how the city has faced and responded to disaster over the past decade.
Preliminary findings of the study, led by D. Raghunandan, project lead, ClimACT-Chennai, reveal both challenges and progress. The INHAF says that among the key events documented are the catastrophic floods of 2015 and Cyclone Michaung in 2023 – both of which left lasting impacts, particularly on low-income and informal settlements.
While Chennai's disaster response has evolved to include improved early warning systems, evacuation protocols and desilting operations, vulnerable communities continue to bear the brunt of repeated displacements and economic losses. A positive trend, however, is the growing role of coordinated, community-driven efforts in disaster management, supported by civil society groups, academic institutions, and the private sector, points out Mr. Raghunandan.
By incorporating citizen input, the final report aims to present an integrated, ground-up understanding of disaster resilience in the city. The information can be sent to nitha@inhaf.org
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