The 13 Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), in collaboration with the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Nyoma, organized a two-phase Community Awareness Programme on disaster management at Nyoma on September 22.

The first phase, held at the SDM Conference Hall, was attended by SDM Nyoma Kacho Asgar Ali, along with heads of departments and staff members from various offices of the Nyoma Subdivision. This session focused on disaster preparedness, the responsibilities of officials during emergencies, and strategies for effective response and post-incident recovery.

The second phase took place in the Nyoma market area, specifically engaging shopkeepers and hotel owners. Practical demonstrations and interactive awareness sessions were conducted to strengthen community-level preparedness.

Key topics covered included:

Earthquake safety measures and protective actions
Basic first aid techniques and CPR demonstrations for cardiac emergencies
Safe handling of LPG cylinders and responses to gas leaks or explosions
Proper use of portable fire extinguishers and fire safety protocols
Immediate first-aid response during accidents and emergencies

The initiative aimed to build resilience among officials and residents, ensuring the community is well-prepared to handle disasters and emergencies effectively.

Participants responded enthusiastically, appreciating the hands-on training and pledging to further spread awareness within the community.

District Administration Leh, Press Information Bureau (PIB), Government of India, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India,  Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh Department of Information & Public Relations, UT Ladakh,  Department of Information & Public Relations, Kargil, Ladakh.