SafeSteps: Disaster Awareness Drive

“SafeSteps: Disaster Awareness Drive,” is a public service announcement from the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in Dharmanagar, North Tripura District.

Here’s a summary of the video’s content:

• Purpose of DDMA: The DDMA, controlled by the District Magistrate of Dharmanagar, North Tripura, is dedicated to serving the public and combating natural disasters at all times [00:00].
• Emergency Contact Numbers: In case of a disaster, the public should remain calm and call the toll-free numbers 1077 or 03822-234349 for assistance [00:28].
• Disaster Response Resources: The DDMA collaborates with various organizations and resources including the Fire Service, TSR (Tripura State Rifles), PWD (Public Works Department), Aapda Mitra volunteers, Civil Defense Volunteers, and Medical Teams [00:49]. They also utilize equipment such as boats, wood cutters, life jackets, life detectors, and telephone services, along with Rescue Teams [01:06].
• Preparedness and Training: The DDMA conducts regular mock drills at district and sub-divisional levels [01:28] and provides awareness training through seminars to prevent household accidents, particularly from the Fire and Emergency Services [01:37].
• Public Awareness: School and college students receive disaster preparedness training, and the administration continuously works to raise public awareness through various methods [01:53].

The video concludes by emphasizing that the public should remain calm and seek help using the provided toll-free numbers, as the DDMA is available 24/7 to assist [02:10].