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PM Modi Introduces SACHET, India’s Real-Time Disaster Alert App; Here’s All About This App!

Stay informed and prepared with official warnings!

by Mallika Khurana
PM Modi Introduces SACHET, India’s Real-Time Disaster Alert App; Here’s All About This App!

Imagine being able to receive real-time alerts about a natural disaster, whether you’re at home, at work, or on the move. This is exactly what the SACHET app offers. Recently highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat address, this app is revolutionising how we stay prepared for disasters. The app was created by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to save lives by giving people accurate and timely alerts.

What Is The SACHET App?

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The SACHET app is an early warning system for disasters that gives Indian citizens real-time alerts. It delivers warnings from approved government sources using a combination of advanced technology and geointelligence. The app provides alerts about disasters as well as weather forecast updates.

Essential Features Of The App:

  • The app sends real-time alerts tailored to the user’s current location. Additionally, users can sign up for notifications for any Indian state or district to stay up to date.
  • The app provides day-to-day weather reports and forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), a handy tool not just for emergencies.
  • The app is available in 12 Indian languages, with features like translation and read-out facilities to ensure accessibility for all users across the country.
  • The app offers important resources such as Dos & Don’ts during disasters, helpline numbers, and information on affected areas. 
  • The app delivers alerts through various channels, including SMS.

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Your Lifeline To Timely Disaster Warnings

The SACHET app provides the public with timely and accurate information, essential for disaster management. It gives citizens valuable time to take precautions, evacuate if necessary, and save their lives. The Dos & Don’ts and other resources on the app can help users be better prepared.

During his Mann Ki Baat address, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the importance of the SACHET app in the National Disaster Management framework. In a country like India, where disasters like cyclones, earthquakes, floods, and heatwaves are frequent, having a reliable and quick alert system is crucial. By endorsing the app, he urged people to download it and stay informed

When it comes to disaster preparedness, the SACHET app is revolutionary in India. It’s a tool that can make a difference in protecting lives.

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First Published: April 27, 2025 2:59 PM