After the Deluge
India’s Reconstruction Following the 2004 Tsunami

I. Summary

II. Background: The impact of the tsunami

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

III. The immediate response to the tsunami

Need for better coordination with nongovernmental groups

IV. Addressing the needs of vulnerable populations

Children

Women and girls

Disabled

V. Neglected communities

VI. Caste-based discrimination

VII. Barriers to re-establishing sustainable livelihoods

Reviving the fishing industry

Supporting the entire community

VIII. Inadequate shelter and protection from forced relocation

Shelter

Relocation and reconstruction

IX. Recommendations

Concerning sustainable livelihoods

Combating discrimination based on caste, gender, and religion

Relating to Protection of children

Relating to temporary shelters

Relating to Permanent Relocation

Concerning effective coordination of aid efforts

Concerning rehabilitation policies in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands

   Acknowledgements

May 2005   Vol. 17, No. 3(C)

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