U'khand to train female volunteers for disaster management
Dehradun: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday announced the launch of Aapda Sakhi Yojana aimed at training female volunteers in early warning systems, first aid, relief and rescue operations, and psychological support.
The scheme follows the model of Aapda Mitra Yojna and is designed to empower women and enhance the effectiveness of disaster management through active community participation.
At a workshop to review preparations for Monsoon-2025, the CM emphasised that while natural disasters cannot be prevented, their impact can be significantly reduced through timely responses, vigilance, and coordinated rescue and relief efforts.
"Coordination, alertness, and sensitivity among all departments are crucial for this," he added.
Dhami underlined the vital role of community participation in disaster management, and said that without an aware, trained, and alert society, govt efforts alone are insufficient. "Residents are the first responders during disasters, making it essential to train disaster management committees, women's and youth groups, volunteer organisations," he added.
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Highlighting the importance of both proactive and reactive strategies, Dhami cited examples from 2024. He said, "During the Gaurikund cloudburst, a proactive approach helped save thousands of lives. Similarly, quick administrative action ahead of the landslide in Toli village, Tehri district, saved over 200 lives. Standing by those affected during disasters is our priority."
He added that the state is focusing on adopting modern technologies and scientific methods.
"Rapid response teams are being formed, and potential risk areas are identified through drone surveillance, GIS mapping, and satellite monitoring," he said.
Chief secretary Anand Bardhan said that the workshop would further strengthen systems and make them more effective ahead of the upcoming monsoon. "Uttarakhand faces various types of disasters, and this year, the meteorological department has predicted an early and above-normal monsoon. We must make robust arrangements before the monsoon to reduce disaster impact."
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