72nd Battalion SSB Yuksam in coordination with DDMA Gyalshing Conducts Joint 'School Safety' and 'Community Awareness Programmes under Yuksam Sub-Division
Gyalshing,February 21:
In a significant move towards disaster preparedness, the 72nd Battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Yuksam, in collaboration with the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Gyalshing successfully organised a 'School Safety Programme' (SSP) and 'Community Awareness Programme' (CAP),under Yuksam Sub-Division on February 20.
The initiatives were conducted under the expert guidance of Shri Narayan Ram Khadav (Second-in-Command, 72nd Bn) and led by Inspector Paras Ram Jakhar and Sub-Inspector Dinesh Chand. The programmes were hosted at two venues: Govt. Senior Secondary School, Khechuperi and Govt. Secondary School, Melli-Aching.
Key Highlights of the Event:
Widespread Participation: A total of 386 participants, including 68 teachers, 236 students, and several local villagers, attended the training. Members and students from Darapthang JHS,Lethang PS,Lamaathang PS,Chojo PS,Simchen PS,Thingling II PS,Ray of Hope Academy,Goodwill Academy Thingling under Khechuperi SSS and Tathang JHS,Timbrong JHS,Boom Melli PS,Topung PS,Singlitam PS and Vidya Sagar Gyanpeeth under Melli Aching SS participated with great enthusiasm.
Life-Saving Demonstrations: SSB personnel provided live demonstrations of Life Saving Techniques (LST), focusing on practical skills required during natural calamities and emergencies.
Objective: The primary goal of this joint initiative was to sensitize the community and educational institutions about disaster management, emphasizing the importance of maintaining patience and using precise techniques during a crisis.
This collaborative effort reflects the ongoing commitment of the SSB(Yuksam) and DDMA (Gyalshing)to build a resilient and well-informed community in the sensitive terrain of Gyalshing District.
