Kerala Declares Tidal Flooding a State-Specific Disaster

In February 2026, Kerala declared tidal flooding along its coastline a State-specific disaster, enabling affected victims to receive financial assistance under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF).

  • This marks the first time in India that tidal flooding has been officially recognised as a disaster category by a State.
  • The decision follows repeated instances of sea water ingress causing loss of life, property and livelihoods in vulnerable coastal regions.
  • Tidal flooding in Kerala occurs when the Arabian Sea temporarily rises above a defined threshold, inundating low-lying coastal areas.
  • Unlike cyclone-induced storm surges, tidal flooding occurs twice daily and intensifies during full moon and new moon ....
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