ITANAGAR, 14 Jan: Arunachal Pradesh is all set to receive 152 trained NCC cadet volunteers, including 80 girl cadets, as first responders to disaster management, following the successful completion of the Combined Annual Training Camp-cum-Yuva Aapda Mitra (YAM) programme at Dera Natung Government College here.
The camp was organised by 1 Arunachal Pradesh Battalion, National Cadet Corps (NCC), with a major emphasis on disaster preparedness and response.
The core focus of the camp was the YAM training on disaster management and response systems, conducted by the Arunachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). Through intensive theoretical and practical sessions, SDMA resource persons trained the cadets in disaster preparedness, basic search and rescue techniques, first aid, casualty evacuation, and coordination with civil authorities.
Special attention was given to managing region-specific disasters such as earthquakes, floods, landslides, and cloudbursts, enabling cadets to act swiftly and effectively during emergencies.
During the closing ceremony, the senior NCC officers and representatives of SDMA lauded the cadets for their discipline, commitment, and enthusiasm.
Addressing the gathering, dignitaries highlighted the crucial role of trained youth in disaster risk reduction and strengthening community resilience, particularly in a disaster-prone state like Arunachal Pradesh. (DIPR)
