Lahore: Deputy Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Ejaz on Saturday inaugurated a specialized training programme for the Civil Defence Resilience Force to enhance emergency preparedness and disaster response capabilities in the district.
The inaugural session was held at Town Hall, where hundreds of Civil Defence personnel and volunteers will receive training in emergency response, disaster management and rescue operations.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Abdullah Khan, Civil Defence Officer Ashfaq Ahmad and other officials attended the ceremony.
Addressing the participants, the DC said the Civil Defence Force had always played a key role as a frontline response unit during emergencies, natural disasters and adverse weather conditions. He appreciated the dedication and professionalism of the personnel.
He said the training programme would equip the force with modern skills to improve response time and operational efficiency, enabling it to better assist the district administration in relief, rescue and public service operations.
Muhammad Ali Ejaz said protection of citizens’ lives and property was the administration’s top priority and urged participants to utilize the training to enhance their professional capabilities.