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NDRF Disaster Response

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) plays a vital role in strengthening disaster response in Sikkim, a state prone to multiple natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, and flash floods.

To enhance preparedness and ensure rapid response, one platoon of NDRF is stationed at Pakyong. The strategically located unit enables quick deployment to affected areas across the state during major disasters.

Key Functions
  • Search and rescue operations
  • Evacuation of affected people
  • Emergency response during disasters
Coordination & Preparedness

The NDRF works in close coordination with SSDMA, SDRF, and district administrations. It also conducts mock drills and awareness programs to improve overall disaster preparedness in the state.

SDRF Deployment

State Disaster Response Force (SDRF)

The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has been strategically deployed across Sikkim to ensure effective disaster response and timely rescue operations. The deployment details are as follows:

  • One platoon of Home Guards and Civil Defence (HG&CD) stationed at Gangtok covers the entire Gangtok city.
  • Two platoons of Sikkim Armed Police (SAP) stationed at Pangthang cover Mangan District, Gangtok District, and Pakyong District.
  • Two platoons of the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) under the Commandant, 2nd IRB, stationed at Pipley, Mangalbaria Sub-Division, cover Soreng District, Gyalshing District, and Jorethang town area.
  • Two platoons of the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) under the Commandant, 3rd IRB, stationed at Manglay, Yangang Sub-Division, cover Namchi District, Singtam town, and Rangpo town.

These deployments ensure that trained personnel are readily available to manage rescue and relief operations efficiently, thereby reducing response time and enhancing the overall effectiveness of disaster management efforts.

SDRF Deployment

Aapda Mitra Programme

Phases of Aapda Mitra
Phase Scheme Name Objective
1st Phase Aapda Mitra To train 6000 community volunteers from 30 vulnerable districts
2nd Phase Upscaling of Aapda Mitra To train 100,000 community volunteers across 350 disaster-prone districts in India
3rd Phase Yuva Aapda Mitra To train over 237,000 youth volunteers across 350+ disaster-prone districts
Implementation in Sikkim

Implementation of Aapda Mitra Scheme in Sikkim

Aapda Mitra Upscaling of Aapda Mitra Yuva Aapda Mitra
  • MoU Signed: March 2017
  • Targeted District: East District
  • No. of Volunteers Trained: 200
  • Training: Flood Management
  • Institute: Central Training Institute, Civil Defence & Home Guards, Mawdiangdiang, Shillong (Meghalaya)
  • Preference: NYK, local volunteers, Sikkim Mountaineering Association, NGOs, QRTs, RS, NCC cadets
  • MoU Signed: August 2021
  • Targeted Districts: West, North and South Districts
  • No. of Volunteers Trained: 300
  • Training: Multi-hazard management
  • Institute: Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure & Eco-Tourism (IHCAE), Chemchey, Namchi
  • Preference: NYKS, NCC, NSS, Bharat Scouts & Guides, local volunteers
  • MoU Signed: October 2024
  • Targeted Districts: West, North and South Districts
  • No. of Volunteers Trained: 820
  • Training: Disaster preparedness & emergency response
  • Institute: Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure & Eco-Tourism (IHCAE), Chemchey, Namchi
  • Preference: NCC, NSS, NYKS, Bharat Scouts & Guides