18/09/2025
Training on Incident Response System held for District Kathua
DC Kathua calls for implementing IRS learnings in real-time situations
Kathua, September 18: A virtual training programme on Incident Response System (IRS) was today conducted for District Kathua by DMRR&R department through Brig. Kuldip Singh (Retd) as the resource person.
The training aimed at sensitizing officers about the structured framework of IRS for effective disaster management, ensuring a coordinated approach by all line departments during emergencies.
Brig. Kuldip Singh (Retd) shared detailed insights on the concept, objectives and functioning of the Incident Response System, highlighting the importance of establishing a clear chain of command, role clarity and efficient resource mobilization during crisis situations. He also explained how the system provides uniformity in response, reduces duplication of efforts and ensures optimum use of resources.
The participants were apprised about the responsibilities of Incident Commanders and other designated officers, the need for inter-departmental coordination and the use of IRS in handling both natural and man-made disasters.
Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma, while speaking on the occasion, said that such trainings are vital in strengthening district-level preparedness and in building the capacity of officers to act swiftly and effectively during disaster situations. He urged all participants to implement the learnings in real-time scenarios to safeguard lives and property.
The session was attended by CEO DDMA Vishavjeet Singh (ADC), ACR Vishav Partap Singh, CPO Ranjit Thakur officers from NDRF, SDRF, Revenue, Police, Health, Fire & Emergency Services, PWD, Jal Shakti, PDD, Information and other stakeholder departments.
