The Indian Army carried out a twin outreach initiative, combining lifesaving medical training and an environmental cleanliness drive on Saturday in Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi-Yomi district, observing World First Aid Day. While comprehensive first aid and CPR awareness sessions were conducted at Manigong and Menchuka, a parallel campaign on waste management and garbage disposal was also launched in Menchuka, underscoring the Indian Army’s commitment to both health security and sustainable living.
More than 200 civilians benefited from the programmes, informed Guwahati-based Defence spokesperson Lt Col Mahendra Rawat.
At Manigong, the Regimental Medical Officer (RMO) conducted a detailed session, which included lectures and live demonstrations of essential first-aid techniques and hands-only CPR. The outreach drew 110 participants. Among them were 80 men, 18 women, and 12 children.
The training emphasised foundational first-aid principles and CPR familiarisation at Menchuka. RMO placed special focus on equipping civilian medical staff, village volunteers, and community members with practical, step-by-step techniques, teaching them to respond during the critical hour before professional help arrives.
"Immediate, informed response saves lives," the RMO stressed, adding that simple but sequential actions, checking scene safety, calling for help, controlling bleeding, and administering CPR when needed, can make the difference between life and death.
The Indian Army also joined hands with the district's tourist information office to drive home the importance of environmental hygiene through an awareness lecture and cleanliness campaign in Menchuka. The speakers further underscored the link between clean surroundings, tourism potential, and long-term livelihoods in the high-altitude, eco-sensitive valley.
"Clean surroundings are fundamental to public health, force readiness, and sustainable tourism. Community awareness, disciplined habits, and regular drives will keep Menchuka pristine," a representative of the local military authority said.
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