Ramban, May 31: To enhance community preparedness and response during emergencies, the district administration Ramban, in collaboration with the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Saturday conducted a training session-cum-mock drill as part of the 2nd Civil Defense Exercise – “Operation Shield.” The Mock Drill Exercise was held at Government Model Higher Secondary School (GMHSS) under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary and was presided over by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Varunjeet Singh Charak.
The mock drill focused on sensitizing young students about effective rescue and safety techniques during natural and man-made disasters, with demonstrations and interactive sessions led by SDRF and Fire and Emergency Services teams. Students were educated on evacuation methods, basic first aid, fire-fighting and handling panic situations. Speaking on the occasion, ADC Varunjeet Singh Charak emphasized that the choice of a school as the venue was intentional. “Young students are the best ambassadors of safety and awareness. Training them today ensures a resilient and informed society tomorrow,” he said. He urged the students to carry forward the knowledge to their families and communities, strengthening the district’s disaster response mechanism. The event concluded with a Q&A session where students actively engaged with officials and experts, showcasing their keen interest in disaster preparedness and community safety.
