India is experiencing extreme weather events in the form of droughts, floods, unprecedented rainfalls. These threats are bound to intensify as the climate continues to warm. The impact of these changes will take a heavy toll on the poor and marginalized communities. In such a scenario, a well-developed disaster preparedness plan can protect citizens from shortages of food and water. Droughts have far-reaching effects on a community and intersect with other natural hazards. Therefore, it is important to have a comprehensive drought planning which can help the community to consolidate their resources before the onset of the disaster. In the light of above the research study reviews the drought policies at national and state level (Telangana) and brings into light about awareness level of people in the region about such policies.