ASDMA directs DCs to conduct flood preparedness meeting The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has instructed all deputy commissioners of the State to hold meetings regarding flood preparedness by April 15. STAFF REPORTER GUWAHATI: The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has instructed all deputy commissioners of the State to hold meetings regarding flood preparedness by April 15. In Assam, the flood season starts from April and lasts till October. This year, due to the elections, some DCs couldn't conduct the flood preparedness meetings before the month of April. After successful conduct of the meetings in all districts, the ASDMA will hold a review meeting where the DCs will inform the former about their requirements to fight against the flood.