IIM Jammu in collaboration with State Disaster Response Force organizes awareness and Disaster Preparedness Session

JAMMU: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu conducted a critical awareness and disaster preparedness session in collaboration with the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) at its Jagti Campus. The event was graced by Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu.

Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, emphasized that the courage and dedication demonstrated by the armed forces are truly commendable and send a strong message of the nation's resolve. Referring to “Operation Sindoor” he described it as a symbol of justice—an enduring message of the nation’s stand against terrorism. He affirmed that IIM Jammu remains firmly committed to national interests and will continue contributing to the development of Jammu and Kashmir and the nation.

He expressed his pride in the nation, and the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, and extended his gratitude to the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the State Disaster Response Force for conducting this important session at IIM Jammu. He also mentioned that IIM Jammu will continue to follow the advisories issued by the Govt.  of Jammu and Kashmir and the Government of India from time to time and will remain steadfast in its support for Jammu and Kashmir and the nation.

The session was conducted under the guidance of Inspector Sanjeev Kalsi, J & K Police along with his dedicated SDRF team. He emphasized that with the rapid advancements in technology, responses to threats must be swift and informed. Addressing the gathering, Inspector Kalsi shared that 13 awareness camps are currently being conducted across the Jammu and Kashmir region, with the session at IIM Jammu being a key part of these efforts to enhance disaster preparedness and community safety.

The objective of the session was to sensitize and train the IIM Jammu community—faculty, officers, staff, and students—on essential safety measures during emergencies, particularly in air raid and air strike scenarios.

Inspector Pavinder Singh, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Jammu and Kashmir delivered a comprehensive training session covering essential protocols for air raids and air strikes, the importance of pre-hospital response time, and life-saving techniques. Through live demonstrations, participants were trained in administering CPR, managing fractures, and executing casualty evacuation procedures. The team also provided detailed guidance on actions to take during air raid alerts and airstrikes, including seeking immediate shelter, avoiding crowded areas, and adhering to blackout protocols such as turning off lights, shutting down inverters, and refraining from usage of lights.

The session highlighted the significance of first-aid preparedness and community-level awareness in reducing casualties during emergencies. Various methods of transporting injured individuals—such as single-hand and multiple-hand seats, leg crunches, shirt drag, blanket drag, and Preliminary Stabilization and Positioning (PSP)—were also demonstrated.

Present during the session were Prof. Nitin Upadhyay, Dean Academics; CA Rajat Jain, FA-CAO; and Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran, Chief Administrative Officer, along with the institute’s faculty, officers, staff, and students. The session was witnessed active participation from the institute community. It underscored IIM Jammu’s steadfast commitment to proactive disaster preparedness and ensuring public safety in times of national emergencies.