BNCC Conducts Monsoon Preparedness Mock Drill at Yelahanka Lake

Bengaluru North City Corporation (BNCC) conducted a monsoon preparedness and disaster management mock drill at Yelahanka Lake to strengthen emergency response systems ahead of the monsoon season. The programme included coordination among multiple departments and live rescue demonstrations by NDRF and SDRF teams.

Key Details:

• Mock drill organised at Yelahanka Lake under BNCC limits

• Conducted as a pre-monsoon disaster preparedness initiative

• Led under the guidance of senior BNCC and disaster management officials

• Participation from NDRF, SDRF, Fire & Emergency Services, Home Guards, telecom departments, BESCOM, and other agencies

• Demonstrations included:

Flood rescue operations

• Water drowning rescue techniques

• Contact and non-contact rescue methods

• CPR training and “golden hour” emergency response awareness

• Emergency communication systems demonstrated by telecom service providers (Vodafone Idea, Airtel, Jio, BSNL)

• Coordination framework established for rapid response during emergencies

• Instructions issued for stormwater drain cleaning and monsoon preparedness maintenance

• Focus on real-time coordination through control rooms and departmental coordination groups