ONE-DAY DISTRICT-LEVEL DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAINING

Sep 3, 2025

The Youth Red Cross (YRC) of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), in collaboration with the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Dakshina Kannada, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and the Regional Response Centre Bengaluru, successfully organized a one-day district-level Disaster Management Training at the Yendurance Zone, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Sri Raju K, who emphasized the importance of disaster preparedness and the active participation of youth in mitigating and responding tonatural disasters. In his address, he underscored the significance of timely actions and community-based disaster management efforts, particularly driven by the youth. Sri CA Shantharama Shetty, who also graced the occasion, highlighted the crucial role that youth play in disaster management and how their involvement can help build resilient communities. The program was presided over by Dr. M. Vijayakumar, Vice Chancellor of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), who reiterated the university's commitment to fostering an environment of learning and community service. He encouraged the participants to equip themselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively respond to disasters.

Key figures in the event included

Dr. Gangadhara Somayaji K.S., Registrar, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mr. Vijayakumar Pujari, Nodal Officer, DDMA Dakshina Kannada, and Mrs. Nithyashree B V, YRC Nodal Officer, who played a vital role in coordinating the training program. The training saw enthusiastic participation from YRC volunteers, program officers, faculty coordinators, and students from the constituent colleges of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). The event was compered by Mrs. Adrija Bhuniya, Program Officer, Pharmacy College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), and commenced with a prayer by Ms. Aza Ashraf, a student from the Department of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, Yenepoya Medical College. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mrs. Nithyashree B V, YRC Nodal Officer, acknowledging the contributions of all the stakeholders, volunteers, and participants. The training provided invaluable insights into disaster preparedness, response strategies, and the importance of community collaboration in tackling emergency situations. This successful initiative reflects the ongoing commitment of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) and its partners to foster disaster resilience and preparedness in the community.