The closing programme of the first phase of the seven-day Civil Defence Wardens and Volunteers Training was held at the Conference Hall of the District Commandant Office, Home Guards, Civil Defence & SDRF, Kohima on November 24.
The programme marked the culmination of an intensive week-long training that involved 200 trainees, focusing on disaster preparedness, emergency response, community safety and resilience-building. Over the course of the training, participants were equipped with essential skills in incident management, fire safety, first aid, search and rescue operations and various mitigation measures aimed at enhancing their capacity to respond effectively to both natural and man-made disasters.
Peren:
The weeklong training programme for the Civil Defence Wardens and Volunteers culminated at Town Hall, Peren on November 24.
Speaking at the programme, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Peren, D Robin highlighted the importance of preparedness for capacity building, timely respond and community based support during the incident such as earthquake, landslide and other natural calamities. Robin also encouraged the participants to be well prepared to face and respond immediately as and when required.
The Civil Defence wardens and volunteers training programme was successfully held from November 18 to 24 at Peren district.
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Mokokchung:
EAC Mokokhung, Neithozo Theunuo, addressing during the closing programme of Civil Defence wardens and volunteers training held at Town Hall, Mokokchung.
The first phase training of Civil Defence (CD) Wardens/Volunteers training was successfully conducted at Town Hall, Mokokchung on November 24. The training was organised from November 18 to 24 by the Department of Home Guards, Civil Defence and State Disaster Response Force, Nagaland.
The programme aims to empower and strengthen communities, equipping them with the essential skills and knowledge needed to save lives, minimise damage to property, and maintain the morale and continuity of essential services during emergencies like hostile attacks or natural disaster. This involves protecting citizens and infrastructure through prevention, preparedness, timely response and recovery efforts.
Delivering the closing address, Neithozo Theunuo, EAC congratulated the trainees and expressed profound gratitude to the HG, CD, & SDRF for their unwavering dedication and service.
Neithozo emphasised the critical role of wardens and volunteers during war times and emergencies, serving as a pillar of strength for communities in distress. He highlighted the government’s formal recognition of the vital role performed by CD Wardens and Volunteers, mentioning the official issuance of ID cards and certificates as a testament to their valued contributions.
Furthermore, Neithozo encouraged the participants to share their valuable experiences and insights gained during their training. He concluded his address by urging volunteers to return for future training sessions, emphasising the necessity of continuous upskilling to effectively meet the evolving challenges of disaster management and civil defence.
Assamwati, Council chairman of Chungtia Village and representative of the trainees also shared insights and positive feedback regarding the training.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Lanutemjen, Company Commander, HG, CD & SDRF/CD Deputy Controller, Mokokchung. He expressed his gratitude to the district administration, Senior SP, DPRO, Ao Senden, Watsu, Village Councils and MMC for their support during the training period.
Abovi K. Awomi, instructor Havildar HG, CD & SDRF, Mokokchung delivered the closing remark, offering final words of encouragement to the trainees as they move forward.
