Shillong, Oct 9: the District Disaster Management Authority, East Khasi Hills, conducted a training and capacity-building programme for volunteers and Durga Puja committees at the Meghalaya Bharat Scouts & Guides premises ahead of the festivities.
The programme aimed to strengthen safety, preparedness and coordinated emergency response.
Traffic Police briefed participants on traffic management and road safety, while Civil Defence trained them on disaster preparedness. Aapda Mitra volunteers demonstrated emergency response techniques and safety practices.
Officials said active participation reflected collective commitment to safe, smooth and incident-free Puja celebrations, underscoring the importance of community preparedness during large gatherings.
