Meghalaya's Push for Resilience: 445 New Recruits Join Civil Defence
The Meghalaya government has appointed 445 recruits into the Civil Defence and Home Guards Department. These new members will serve in various capacities, enhancing emergency response capabilities. The recruitment process navigated through multiple stages despite weather challenges, and plans are underway for further personnel additions.
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The Meghalaya government has recently strengthened its Civil Defence and Home Guards Department by appointing 445 new recruits. This marks a significant step in bolstering the state's emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
Minister Comingone Ymbon, who led the appointment event in Mawdiangdiang, emphasized the importance of discipline and integrity among the new recruits, who will take on roles such as sub-inspectors, guardsmen, drivers, and non-combatant employees.
Despite facing a weather-related hurdle during the physical tests, the recruitment process succeeded in selecting top candidates. Meanwhile, plans are in the works to convert the Border Wing into a State Disaster Response Force for enhanced efficiency.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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