Building Material Service Bank (BSMB)
The Building Materials and Services Bank (BMSB) concept was developed to ensure the rapid supply of quality building materials, prefabricated components, and skilled construction services for post-disaster reconstruction. BMSBs were first established after the Odisha cyclone and subsequently replicated following the Bhuj (Gujarat) earthquake, the Indian Ocean tsunami in Tamil Nadu, the Barmer flash floods, and the Leh flash floods. By providing standardized prefabricated building elements, bulk construction materials, trained masons, and technical guidance, BMSBs enabled faster, safer, and more economical reconstruction while generating local employment. Supported by mobile units and village construction teams, they ensured timely delivery of building materials and on-site technical assistance, helping affected families rebuild durable and disaster-resilient homes.
