Agartala, Oct 13: Emphasising the importance of life-saving skills and emergency preparedness, Sepahijala District Magistrate and Collector Dr Siddharth Shiv Jaiswal, demonstrated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) hands-on during a district-level orientation programme on CPR, first aid and disaster preparedness.

The programme was organised as part of the observance of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) 2026, with a focus on raising awareness and equipping participants with essential skills to respond effectively during emergencies.

Through the hands-on demonstration, Dr Jaiswal highlighted the significance of timely intervention and practical CPR training in saving lives during medical emergencies. 

His demonstration also underscored the need to promote life-saving skills among volunteers and members of the community.

The initiative served as an example of leadership through action, encouraging participants to develop the confidence and preparedness required to respond to emergency situations.

The district administration emphasised the importance of learning CPR, reinforcing the message that a simple life-saving skill, when applied promptly and correctly, can make a crucial difference in an emergency.