RAMBAN: The District Administration Ramban, under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan, organised Disaster Familiarization Exercise here at Government Degree College to sensitise students about disaster preparedness, mitigation measures, emergency response and evacuation procedures. The College Principal Prof. Romesh Atri, Tehsildar Headquarter Reejuta Majahan, faculty members and other concerned officers were present on the occasion.
The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Civil Quick Response Team (QRT), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and Mahila Disaster Management Committee, as part of the ongoing initiatives to strengthen disaster preparedness and build community resilience.
The exercise aimed to familiarize students with essential disaster management practices, basic rescue techniques and safety measures to be adopted during emergencies and natural disasters. The participating teams sensitized students about the importance of timely response, safe evacuation and coordination with emergency response agencies during disaster situations.
Special emphasis was laid on encouraging the active participation of girl students in disaster awareness and preparedness activities, enabling them to acquire essential knowledge and skills to respond effectively during emergencies.
The programme highlighted the importance of community participation, awareness and preparedness in minimizing the impact of disasters and ensuring the safety of life and property.
The initiative forms part of the District Administrationâs continued efforts to promote a culture of disaster preparedness and equip students with the knowledge and confidence required to respond effectively to unforeseen emergencies.


