Delhi to Have Own SDRF to Speed up Relief, Rescue Ops During Disasters: CM
The battalion will be trained by the National Disaster Response Force and is meant to speed rescue and relief during major emergencies.
- Following Sunday's building collapse in Satya Niketan that killed seven people, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta initiated formation of a State Disaster Response Force to strengthen emergency preparedness.
- The collapse triggered a rigorous safety crackdown across the Capital, where the MCD demolished 34 structures and sealed 17 others to prevent further building failures.
- A dedicated SDRF battalion comprising up to 1,100 personnel will operate under the state government, receiving specialized training from the National Disaster Response Force to ensure rapid deployment.
- Following a high-level meeting at the Delhi Secretariat, Delhi Chief Secretary Rajiv Verma and NDRF Director General Piyush Anand coordinated plans to expand the NDRF's strategic presence within the city.
- Gupta emphasized that the new force will reduce Delhi's reliance on external assistance, ensuring the city is better prepared for natural and human-induced disasters amid expanding infrastructure.
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Delhi to have its own SDRF with 1100 personnel as govt takes corrective steps after Satya Niketan tragedy
Delhi will finally have its own State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) to strengthen the national capital's preparedness and response to natural and man-made disasters in the wake of Sunday's paying guest building collapse in Satya Niketan, which claimed 7 lives and triggered a safety crackdown on buildings across the city. The announcement to set up the force was made by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta following a high-level meeting with National Disa…
Delhi gears up to raise State Disaster Emergency Relief Force; CM meets NDRF officials
Delhi government is forming a State Disaster Emergency Relief Force. This initiative follows a recent building collapse incident in Satya Niketan. The new force will ensure a quick response to natural and man-made calamities. It will be comprised of Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel. Direct recruitment of eligible candidates, including ex-Agniveers, is also planned.
Delhi Govt Initiates Process to Form State Disaster Emergency Relief Force: CM Rekha Gupta
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday said that the process to establish a State Disaster Emergency Relief Force (SDERF) in the national capital has been initiated to ensure a trained and rapid response mechanism during disaster situations. India News | Delhi Govt Initiates Process to Form State Disaster Emergency Relief Force: CM Rekha Gupta.
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