Current Affairs - Technology - Discussion

The District Flood Severity Index (DFSI) is a data-driven tool aimed at assessing and categorising flood severity at the district level in India. It was developed jointly by researchers from IIT Delhi and IIT Gandhinagar. This tool supports the identification of flood-prone districts and helps in guiding effective allocation of resources for flood mitigation and emergency response planning. By using detailed district-level data, DFSI enables disaster management authorities to better prepare for and respond to floods, ensuring timely intervention and minimising potential loss of life and property.