Disaster Management Act 2005 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is an authoritative statutory reference presenting India's complete legal framework for disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and reconstruction. The 2026 Edition incorporates all amendments up to the Disaster Management (Amendment) Act 2025, reflecting the modern shift towards disaster risk reduction, resilience, climate-linked risks, and urban disaster governance. The publication reproduces the full, updated text of the Act and allied Rules, supported by clear section-wise explanatory notes and key judicial interpretations for practical understanding. It also includes the Dam Safety Act 2021, positioning the book as a consolidated resource on disaster and infrastructure risk governance. Designed for legal, administrative, policy, and academic use, it serves as a dependable guide for both interpretation and implementation.