Dimapur, April 18 (EMN): As part of the Fire Service Week being observed all over the country from April 14 to the 20th, department of Fire and Emergency Services, Mon, organised a one-day workshop on fire prevention and protection on April in the conference hall of the deputy commissioner’s office on the the theme “Maintenance of fire safety equipment is key to mitigate fire hazards”.
Speaking at the workshop, officer in-charge of Fire Station, Mon, L Yohan Konyak stated that the week is being observed not only to showcase the fire safety measures but also to pay homage to those personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty, a DIP report stated.
It stated that the sub-inspector, Tsarose S Sangtam, spoke on the concept of fire and highlighted the classifications of fire and extinguishing methods. He also appealed to the public to extend their support and cooperation in times of emergency. It added that the 2nd officer in-charge of Fire Station, Mon, Soyhunla Kent highlighted the objectives of fire service.
The programme was chaired by ASI Dennis Singson and the vote of thanks was delivered by ASI Razoukuolie Kiewhuo. The programme was followed by a demonstration of fire safety methods.
It further stated that the event was attended by administrative officers, various HoDs, staff of DC office and GBs.