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The Maharashtra government has introduced a civil defence course in the Mumbai University curriculum to enhance emergency response capabilities. This move follows mock drills across various districts, highlighting the need for a robust volunteer-based emergency response mechanism. The Directorate of Civil Defence, which faces issues like manpower shortages and inadequate resources, has signed an MoU with the University of Mumbai to include this course in engineering colleges. Students will be trained in rescue operations and working with government agencies during emergencies.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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