Ganderbal, May 31: A joint mock drill under the banner of Operation Shield was conducted by District Administration Ganderbal in collaboration with SDRF and Civil Defence, aimed at strengthening the district’s preparedness for emergency situations, conducted here at Central University of Kashmir Tullamulla.
The drill was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore-IAS, and was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Ganderbal and other senior officers of the district administration.
Experts and personnel from SDRF, Health Department, Fire and Emergency Services, along with a large number of students and locals participated in the exercise.
The exercise involved demonstrations of rapid response tactics, simulated rescue operations, and real-time coordination between various emergency services.
During the mock drill, SDRF teams conducted live demonstrations and fire scenarios. Using advanced equipment such as hydraulic cutters, and protective gear, the teams including Health Department showcased critical search-and-rescue operations, including the extraction of victims trapped in fire and evacuation of injured to hospitals.
The demonstrations emphasized the importance of timely, well-coordinated responses to minimize casualties and damage.
Interacting with the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of maintaining a clear chain of command and effective communication during disaster situations. He appreciated the efforts of all participating agencies and encouraged the people to remain vigilant and prepared.
Students in attendance received hands-on exposure to disaster management techniques and were educated on risk mitigation strategies and emergency protocols for such incidents as well as training on first aid.
