The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a pilot project in collaboration with the Indian Army to establish a civil defense network of around 60,000 volunteers.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has collaborated with the Indian Army to establish a civil defence network of approximately 60,000 volunteers across 12 states and Union Territories. This initiative is part of a pilot project aimed at enhancing civil defense preparedness. The first phase will involve specialised three-day training for 600 civil defense master trainers from the participating states and Union Territories. These master trainers will undergo training at designated Indian Army training establishments, with 50 trainees from each participating region. The programme is scheduled to be completed by the second week of November 2026.
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Akashvani News
