NDRF Raising Day observed on 19 January
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) marked its Raising Day on 19 January 2026, with greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Summary
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) observed its Raising Day on 19 January 2026. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the NDRF has become the pillar of trust the nation relies on during calamities and is playing a significant role in building a disaster-resilient India, and paid tribute to personnel who died saving others. PM Narendra Modi also saluted the force's personnel.
Key facts
- Day
- NDRF Raising Day, 19 January
- Force
- National Disaster Response Force
- Greetings from
- PM Narendra Modi; Home Minister Amit Shah
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The Raising Day of which force is observed on 19 January?
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Correct answer: B — National Disaster Response Force
PIB (MHA, PMO): greetings were extended to NDRF personnel on the force's Raising Day, 19 January 2026.