Siliguri, July 29 -- In a Himalayan state where earthquakes, landslides and flash floods remain constant risks, the Sikkim government has launched a unique initiative to make disaster preparedness a part of every child's learning.
The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), in collaboration with district administrations, has started district-level orientation programmes for its "Friday Safety Five - 5 Minutes Every Friday, Safety for Life" campaign. The programme aims to prepare teachers and Anganwadi workers to conduct a five-minute safety session every Friday in schools and Anganwadi centres across the state.
Orientation programmes were held in Gyalshing on Wednesday and Soreng district on Tuesday as part of the state-wide i...