A Historic Day for Disaster Management in Maharashtra, SEOC inauguration

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SEOC

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Inaugurated

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Key Announcements:

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DEOC modernization

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SIDM

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New Features & Initiatives:

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Geo-DSS system

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New disaster management authority

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Maharashtra is leading the way

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Improved Coordination

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24/7 Monitoring

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Public Awareness & Training

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Model for Other States

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