Sat Jun 21 17:35:25 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**IAS Officer Prakhar Jain Appointed Managing Director of Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority**
**VIJAYAWADA, June 21, 2025** – Prakhar Jain, a 2021 batch IAS officer, assumed the position of Managing Director of the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) on Friday, June 20th.
Upon taking office at the APSDMA headquarters in Tadepalli, Mr. Jain immediately began reviewing the current procedures for issuing warnings to district administrations regarding potential disasters. He emphasized the need for comprehensive and well-defined processes for relief, preparedness, response, and recovery measures tailored to specific disasters such as cyclones, floods, heatwaves, heavy rains, and lightning strikes.
The appointment signals a renewed focus on disaster preparedness and mitigation efforts in the region. Further details on Mr. Jain’s plans for APSDMA are expected in the coming days.
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