Greater Noida, Oct. 16 -- Around 85 women associated with self-help groups in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Budh Nagar are being trained in first aid, fire safety and emergency response as part of a three-day disaster preparedness programme that began on October 15, officials said.

The training programme, organised by the district disaster management authority in Greater Noida, covers disaster risk reduction, fire safety, basic life-saving skills and first aid, with the aim of preparing women to assist their families and communities during emergencies, officials said.

"Public awareness, timely preparedness, regular training and coordination among different departments play an important role in reducing losses caused by disasters. Women associa...