GSDMA had commissioned a study titled “Climate Variability & Climate Change – Disaster Risk Scoping study of Gujarat”. The purpose of this study was to examine whether climate variability and change could have any significant impact on the population, economy and infrastructure in Gujarat. The final report of the study is submitted and the findings of this report point towards special attention which would be required for present and future planning across all sectors, ensuring incorporation of mitigation and risk aversion measures. The copies of the report have been shared with the Urban Development & Urban Housing Department; Agriculture and Co-operation Department; Revenue Department and Climate Change & Animal Husbandry Dept. of the State Government for further reference and actions.