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BMC to Train Ganeshotsav Volunteers on Fire Safety, First Aid, Crowd Management
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🗓 03 Sep 2026, 12:48 PM
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Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation will conduct training for Ganeshotsav 2026 mandal volunteers covering fire safety, first aid and crowd control. The sessions aim to improve safety standards during the festival.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a training programme for mandal volunteers who will assist during the upcoming Ganeshotsav 2026. The initiative focuses on equipping volunteers with essential skills in fire safety, first aid and crowd management.
The training will cover practical measures such as fire extinguisher use, emergency evacuation procedures, basic life support techniques and strategies to manage large crowds safely. Volunteers will also learn how to coordinate with local police and fire services during the festival.
While the exact schedule and number of participants have not been disclosed, BMC officials said the sessions will be held in the weeks leading up to the festival and will be mandatory for all mandal volunteers. The training is part of a broader effort to reduce accidents and improve overall safety during the celebrations.
By enhancing the preparedness of volunteers, BMC hopes to minimise incidents and ensure a smooth, secure experience for devotees and visitors alike.
The training will cover practical measures such as fire extinguisher use, emergency evacuation procedures, basic life support techniques and strategies to manage large crowds safely. Volunteers will also learn how to coordinate with local police and fire services during the festival.
While the exact schedule and number of participants have not been disclosed, BMC officials said the sessions will be held in the weeks leading up to the festival and will be mandatory for all mandal volunteers. The training is part of a broader effort to reduce accidents and improve overall safety during the celebrations.
By enhancing the preparedness of volunteers, BMC hopes to minimise incidents and ensure a smooth, secure experience for devotees and visitors alike.