Panchkula’s district police, in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Indian Army, recently executed a comprehensive mock drill at the Amravati Dam, located along the banks of the Kaushalya River in the Pinjore area. The primary objective of this drill was to sharpen the skills and preparedness of personnel tasked with responding to both natural and man-made disasters.
Participants engaged in scenarios that simulated a variety of emergencies, specifically focusing on three critical disaster types. The drill provided training for handling incidents such as fire outbreaks caused by gas leaks or other factors within factory environments, as well as responses to earthquakes and floods. The exercise emphasized the importance of rescuing individuals trapped in hazardous situations, offering medical assistance, and ensuring effective coordination with various departments for relief and rescue operations.
Kalka Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Jogendra Sharma, along with NDRF Assistant Commandant D. L. Jakhar, oversaw the arrangements for the mock drill. They led discussions centered on the necessary preparations, which included evaluating the availability of equipment essential for relief efforts, optimizing resource management, and ensuring the deployment of health workers, military personnel, police forces, NDRF, and SDRF teams, along with paramedics. A strong focus was placed on disaster management protocols and establishing a reliable backup plan to enhance response efficacy.
The need for hospitals to prepare adequately for potential emergencies was also a key topic of conversation, highlighting the importance of readiness in the face of disaster scenarios. Soldiers participated in the exercise under the direction of Major Vinay Pratap Singh and Major Girdhar Singh, showcasing the collaboration and integration of various emergency response teams.
This event is part of a broader initiative to ensure public safety and preparedness within the region, setting a precedent for similar exercises in the future to strengthen community resilience against the growing threats of natural and man-made disasters.
