In a proactive move to enhance disaster readiness, Patna has kicked off a two-week safety campaign spearheaded by District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M. Slated to run until January 28, the initiative utilizes e-rickshaws, engaging street performances, and hands-on mock drills by SDRF and NDRF to inform the community.
These activities will be held at the district, subdivision and block levels to ensure wide outreach. Several key departments, including education, health and fire services, are participating in the fortnight-long programme to ensure coordinated safety efforts.Officials said the objective of the campaign is to educate citizens about essential precautions and the dos and don’ts during seismic events, with a focus on building community resilience. Residents have been urged to actively participate in the programmes to help create a disaster-ready society.
