This chapter explores India’s journey in enhancing disaster preparedness through robust early warning systems (EWS) post the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami and Super Cyclone Odisha. With over a third of its 1.2 billion population residing in vulnerable coastal areas, India has invested significantly in these systems, which have proven crucial in mitigating the impacts of tsunamis, cyclones, and storm surges. Recent cyclones like Hudhud and Phailin illustrate the effectiveness of proactive measures such as early evacuations, significantly reducing casualties compared to earlier disasters. Despite these advancements, challenges persist, particularly in non-coastal regions where irregular rainfall patterns lead to frequent floods and drought conditions. Enhancing flood early warning systems beyond coastal regions is identified as a critical priority to improve accuracy and timeliness. Furthermore, climate change poses additional threats, necessitating adaptive strategies across governmental, community, and individual levels to maintain resilience. The partnership between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and India’s Ministry of Home Affairs underscores efforts to strengthen state and district capacities in disaster risk mitigation and climate adaptation. This chapter concludes by advocating for the adaptation of these principles by countries facing multi-hazard challenges, stressing the importance of tailoring strategies to unique socioeconomic, institutional, and environmental contexts to ensure sustainable disaster management and resilience-building efforts, thereby reassuring the audience about the adaptability of disaster management.