Mera Yuva Bharat, Bokaro, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, in collaboration with Jharkhand Foundation Kendra, Pindrajora, organized an awareness programme on the occasion of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction at Upgrade High School, Sonabadh. Dr. Jaydev Kumar Mahato, a renowned water and environmental expert, delivered the keynote address, highlighting disaster preparedness, climate change, global warming, environmental protection, and community participation in reducing disaster-related risks. A quiz competition was conducted with the active participation of 67 students, and prizes were awarded to the top three winners. Smt. Sujati Kumari, Principal of Upgrade High School, and Smt. Kiran Kumari, Mukhiya of Sonabadh Panchayat, attended the programme as chief guests.
The event concluded with an awareness rally in which students and youth volunteers promoted disaster preparedness through slogans emphasizing the importance of prevention and timely action. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, local representatives, and youth volunteers, reinforcing the collective commitment to building a disaster-resilient community.
