Subhash Mahajan
Dalhousie
The seven-day Youth Disaster Mitra Training concluded successfully today at the Youth Hostel, Dalhousie. The closing ceremony was graced by DSP Dalhousie Mayank Sharma (HPS) as the chief guest, who honored the trained youth participants. He guided them on the harmful effects of drug abuse, the importance of disaster management, and the crucial role disaster volunteers will play in the future. Sharma emphasized that trained Youth Disaster Mitras will spread awareness in society and act as first responders during emergencies.
Special guests included Sumit Gupta from DDMA Chamba and Devendra Sharma, Manager of Youth Hostel Dalhousie, who delivered inspiring messages on various aspects of disaster management. They described the training as highly beneficial for the holistic development of youth.
From the District Emergency Operations Center Chamba, Bhargav shared technical insights on disaster response procedures and ground-level systems with the participants.
During the week-long program, trainees received instruction in first aid, search and rescue techniques, fire-fighting methods, maintaining mental balance during crises, communication systems, and community-based disaster management. A total of 74 participants from three colleges—Degree College Chamba, Degree College Lilha Kothi, and Bharmour—took part in the training.
The ceremony concluded with all dignitaries extending best wishes to the trained Youth Disaster Mitras for their future service to society and the district.
