Telangana Launches Civil Defense Volunteer Training for Youth to Act as First Responders in Emergencies
Telangana launches Civil Defence Volunteer Training for youth in Hyderabad to prepare first responders for disasters, emergencies, rescue operations and firefighting.
Hyderabad: The Telangana Fire Disaster Response Emergency and Civil Defence Department has launched a Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme for youth to prepare them as first responders during emergencies. The seven-day training programme began on March 9 in Hyderabad and aims to equip young volunteers with essential skills needed during disasters and emergency situations.
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The initiative reflects Telangana’s efforts to build a strong network of trained volunteers who can assist authorities and save lives during critical situations.
Training Programme Inaugurated at PG College Saifabad
The Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme in Telangana was officially inaugurated at PG College Saifabad in Hyderabad.
The programme was launched by G. V. Narayana Rao, Director of Fire Services, in the presence of several officials from the Fire and Disaster Response department.
The training will continue from:
- March 9 to March 15
- At PG College Saifabad, Hyderabad
- With participation from youth volunteers
Officials said the programme aims to prepare young citizens to respond effectively in emergency situations.
Skills Youth Will Learn in Civil Defence Training
Participants in the Telangana Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme will receive hands-on instruction in several emergency response skills.
Training modules include:
- Rescue operations during disasters
- Firefighting techniques
- Basic first aid and medical response
- Crowd management and control
- Relief distribution during emergencies
These skills will help volunteers support emergency teams and assist people during crisis situations.
Preparing Volunteers for Different Disaster Scenarios
The Civil Defence Volunteer Training in Telangana is designed to prepare participants for multiple types of emergencies.
The training will cover response strategies for:
- Natural disasters
- Chemical accidents
- Nuclear emergencies
- Air raid situations
- Other major emergency incidents
Officials said trained volunteers can significantly improve response time and help authorities manage emergencies more effectively.
Volunteers to Support Emergency Services
During the launch of the Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme, senior officials highlighted the importance of trained volunteers in disaster management.
According to department leaders:
- Trained volunteers can assist fire and rescue teams
- They can provide immediate help to victims
- They play a crucial role in saving lives during emergencies
Authorities believe youth participation will strengthen Telangana’s disaster response capabilities.
Officials Attend the Launch Event
Several officials attended the inauguration of the Telangana Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme in Hyderabad.
Among those present were:
- Vikram Singh Mann, Director General of Fire Disaster Response, Emergency and Civil Defence
- B. Sudhakar Rao, RFO
- D. Karuna Sagar, Principal
- E. Rama, Vice-Principal
They encouraged young participants to actively learn and contribute to community safety.
Telangana Strengthens Disaster Preparedness Through Youth Training
The Civil Defence Volunteer Training programme launched in Telangana for youth aims to build a strong support system during emergencies.
By training young volunteers in rescue, firefighting, first aid and disaster response, the Telangana government hopes to ensure that communities remain better prepared to handle unexpected crises.
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