Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Sikkim Launches Friday Safety Five for Disaster-Ready Children
The Sikkim government has started a special program called Friday Safety Five to teach children how to stay safe during disasters like earthquakes, landslides, and floods.
Every Friday, teachers and Anganwadi workers will spend five minutes teaching kids simple safety practices through fun activities like storytelling and drills.
The goal is to help children remember these life-saving actions and feel confident during emergencies.
The program will start in all schools and Anganwadi centres from September 18.
Sikkim government launches Friday Safety Five campaign to educate children on disaster preparedness.
Five-minute safety sessions every Friday in schools and Anganwadi centres.
Orientation programmes held in Gyalshing and Soreng districts to train teachers and Anganwadi workers.
Sessions include storytelling, songs, interactive activities, and safety drills.
Campaign aims to build confidence in children to respond calmly during emergencies.
- Who
- Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) and district administrations
- What
- Launch of the Friday Safety Five campaign to educate children on disaster preparedness
- When
- Orientation programmes held on September 13 and 14; campaign rolls out on September 18
- Where
- Sikkim, India
- Why
- To build a generation of children who understand and can respond safely to disasters
Proponents of Early Disaster Education
Critics of Mandatory Safety Drills
Effectiveness of Early Education
Proponents of Early Disaster Education
Early education on disaster preparedness builds confidence and life-saving skills in children.
Critics of Mandatory Safety Drills
Mandatory safety drills may cause unnecessary fear and anxiety in young children.
Role of Teachers and Anganwadi Workers
Proponents of Early Disaster Education
Teachers and Anganwadi workers are crucial in shaping children's understanding of safety.
Critics of Mandatory Safety Drills
Additional responsibilities may overwhelm educators and Anganwadi workers.
- Initiative Name
- Friday Safety Five – 5 Minutes Every Friday, Safety for Life
- Launch Date
- September 18
- Target Audience
- Children in schools and Anganwadi centres
- Key Activities
- Storytelling, songs, interactive activities, safety drills
- Emergency Helpline
- 112