Archive · 7 Jun 2025
Disaster Friends to Assist Flood Relief Across the State
The government is creating a group of women called 'Disaster Friends' to help people during floods and other emergencies.
These women will be trained to assist with relief efforts, provide first aid, and spread awareness in their communities.
They'll learn about warning systems, rescue techniques, and how to offer support to people in need.
The goal is to reduce the damage caused by floods, especially in areas near rivers.
The training will take place in Lucknow, and these Disaster Friends will be deployed in local communities to provide help when disasters strike.
The state government is appointing 'Apda Sakhiya' (Disaster Friends) to assist with flood relief.
Training for the Disaster Friends will start in Lucknow on June 9.
Women from self-help groups are being selected for this initiative.
The Disaster Friends will be trained in various aspects of disaster response.
They will work in local communities to provide assistance during disasters and raise public awareness.
- Who
- Women from self-help groups, to be trained by the Relief Commissioner's Office.
- What
- The government is appointing and training 'Apda Sakhiya' (Disaster Friends) to assist in flood relief operations.
- When
- Training begins June 9.
- Where
- Across the state, with initial focus on Prayagraj district, and training in Lucknow.
- Why
- To minimize damage caused by floods and natural disasters and aid in relief efforts.
- Initiative
- Appointment of 'Apda Sakhiya' (Disaster Friends)
- Purpose
- Assist in flood relief operations and disaster management
- Target Group
- Women from self-help groups
- Training Location
- Lucknow
- Training Dates
- June 9-15
- Training Topics
- Pre-disaster warning, first aid, rescue, and psychological support
- Deployment
- Local communities, particularly in flood-prone areas
- Location Mentioned
- Prayagraj district