MARHEEN, Oct 28: The second day of the Five-Day Civil Defence Training Programme was conducted with enthusiasm, focusing on first aid procedures, disaster management and the vital role of volunteers in emergency situations.
The programme aimed to equip college students with essential knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively to disasters and help save precious human lives.
During the session, experts from the Department of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and Civil Defence sensitised students about the importance of remaining calm during emergencies, assessing situations carefully, ensuring personal safety and providing assistance to affected individuals without putting themselves at risk.
A major focus of the session was disaster management and the role of volunteers before, during and after disasters. The experts explained that trained volunteers play an important role in disaster preparedness, evacuation assistance, public awareness campaigns, rescue support, relief distribution and rehabilitation activities. They also stressed the importance of teamwork, discipline, leadership and coordination with agencies such as SDRF, Civil Defence, police and healthcare services to ensure an effective response during emergencies.
The experts further highlighted that timely action, proper training and awareness can significantly improve emergency response and help minimise the loss of life and property. Students were encouraged to develop a responsible approach towards disaster preparedness and understand their role in assisting communities during unforeseen situations.
The programme was organised under the overall supervision of Prof. (Dr.) Anupama Gupta, Principal of the college. Appreciating the efforts of the SDRF and Civil Defence experts, she encouraged students to participate actively in such training initiatives and acquire practical skills that could prove invaluable during emergencies.
She emphasised that awareness, preparedness and timely action are essential components of effective disaster management. She also observed that students, as responsible citizens, can make a meaningful contribution to society by spreading awareness, assisting vulnerable individuals and supporting emergency response efforts whenever required.
The programme witnessed the participation of a large number of students and faculty members, including Dr. Arun Dev Singh, Dr. Munisha Devi, Dr. Shallu Rani, Mr. Roshan Lal Sharma, Prof. Manu Saini, Dr. Reemi, Prof. Suman and Prof. Diksha.
The second day’s proceedings reinforced the importance of practical training, community participation and coordinated emergency response. The programme continues to provide students with valuable learning opportunities to strengthen their disaster preparedness skills and contribute towards building safer and more resilient communities.