EXERCISE SANYUKT VIMOCHAN
Date: 18-19 November 2024
Location: Ahmedabad and Porbandar, Gujarat
Organized by: Indian Army's Konark Corps of Southern Command
OVERVIEW
- The Indian Army successfully concluded the 'Sanyukt Vimochan 2024', a Multilateral Annual Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise, held in Ahmedabad and Porbandar, Gujarat, from 18th to 19th November 2024.
- The exercise was attended by Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), who lauded the efforts of all participants and reaffirmed India's leadership role in global humanitarian efforts.
KEY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Table Top Exercise (18th November 2024):
- Focus: Cyclone in the Coastal Region of Gujarat
- Location: Ahmedabad
- Participants: Representatives from National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority (GSDMA), Meteorological Department, FICCI, along with officials from the Indian Armed Forces.
- Objective: To simulate a disaster scenario involving a cyclone affecting Gujarat's coastline, focusing on developing and improving disaster relief strategies, interagency coordination, and disaster response
- Multi-Agency Capability Demonstration (19th November 2024):
- Location: Chowpatty Beach, Porbandar
- Scenario: Simulated cyclone disaster response operation.
- Agencies involved: Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Indian Coast Guard, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), along with other Central and State agencies.
- Activities:
- Logistics coordination and rapid response in disaster management.
- Rescue operations, casualty evacuation, and rehabilitation of affected citizens.
- Surveillance and reconnaissance of the affected area by multi-agency teams.
- Focus on collaboration, technology integration, and effective disaster response.
INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION
- Foreign Delegates: 15 senior officials from nine friendly foreign countries attended the exercise, representing regions such as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Indian Ocean Region (IOR), and SouthEast Asia.
- Their participation was aimed at sharing best practices and enhancing international cooperation in disaster management.
- The exercise highlighted India's commitment to the global humanitarian community, as symbolized by the Indian philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" – "The World as One Family."
OUTCOMES
- Enhanced National Disaster Response: The exercise strengthened India's preparedness to handle large-scale natural disasters.
- Global Leadership in HADR: India's efforts in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief were further solidified, as the exercise showcased India's capabilities on the global stage.
- Collaborative Global Disaster Management: The event facilitated knowledge exchange among international participants, contributing to the broader global dialogue on disaster relief.
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