SHILLONG: A Capacity Building Training cum Economic Sustainability programme was recently organized by the Social Service Centre, Shillong.
This was aimed at the Task Force Groups (TFGs) and the farmers of the ten project villages which fall under Khatarshnong-Laitkroh Block of East Hills District.
The training was facilitated by different resource persons from Department of Agriculture, Veterinary Department, Civil Defense and Home Guard of East Khasi Hills. The BDO of Khatarshnong-Laitkroh Block, Smti. R. Iangrai was the chief guest on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion , Iangrai lauded the efforts of the SSC for taking the initiative to organize the programme, especially in the areas prone to cyclonic wind and earthquake.While stating that she said, “As we are unaware of what is happening in the future, therefore preparedness is necessity.” She called upon the participants to take active part in the training for their own benefit as well as benefit of the community.
During the training the participants were provided with the first hand training on safety and rescue, First Aid, early warning and other preparedness in times of emergency like food security.
Preparation of stretcher with the available blankets and bamboos, use of first aid and keeping in position victims of calamity for shifting to hospital were some of the highlights.
The participants were also enlightened on the different topic related to agriculture, rearing of lifestock and other issue related to livelihood.
Different techniques and methods of using available materials for safe and rescue to the victims were also demonstrated.