Science City Marks International Disaster Management Day with Call to Integrate Preparedness into Education
City Air News
Oct 13, 2025 09:52
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Kapurthala, October 13, 2025: Pushpa Gujral Science City observed International Disaster Management Day with a call to integrate disaster management and risk reduction into the educational curriculum at all levels. The event highlighted the urgent need to enhance public awareness and preparedness to minimize loss of life and property during natural disasters. The day’s activities included an essential fire safety demonstration using fire extinguishers, providing school students with crucial hands-on emergency training.
Dr. Rajesh Grover, Director, Science City on this occasion stressed that disasters can strike anywhere and in any form but the most important aspect is being prepared to face them. Further, in recent times severe floods and fire incidents have highlighted the urgent need for preparedness and awareness. He highlighted the importance of equipping young students with knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively during emergencies.
Dr. Grover also drew attention to the regional context and said that the combination of incessant rainfall, rising water levels in Punjab's rivers and the controlled release of excess dam water has kept our state on high alert affecting nearly 23 districts, submerging vast acres of farmland and causing extensive crop damage
Delivering the vote of thanks, Dr. Munish Soin, Scientist-D, Science City, highlighted that to effectively address disasters, it is essential to understand the importance of nature-based solutions such as conserving forests, wetlands and undertaking river desilting efforts to preserve and maintain the natural flow of rivers. He emphasized that these measures play a vital role in helping communities prepare for, cope with and recover from disasters including slow-onset events like droughts.
