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Aapda Mitra

Empowering communities with lifesaving skills for urgent disaster response.

About Aapda Mitra Kendra / आपदा मित्र केंद्र

Aapda Mitra Kendra is a community-based disaster risk reduction, preparedness and response initiative focused on building trained, disciplined, and locally available first responders across India.

Our Mission
Why It Matters

Disasters strike suddenly; having trained local responders means help is immediate, reducing harm before outside aid arrives by building responsive and resilient communities.

FAQs

What is Aapda Mitra?

Aapda Mitra is a trained local volunteer who responds to disasters.

Who can join the program?

Youth and community members interested in disaster preparedness can join.

What skills do volunteers learn?

Volunteers learn first aid, search and rescue, emergency response, and community safety.

How does Aapda Mitra help?

They act quickly to save lives before outside help arrives.

Is training provided locally?

Yes, training happens within the community for easy access.

How can I support or volunteer?

Contact your local Aapda Mitra Kendra to learn about volunteering opportunities.

Our Mission

We train local volunteers to act fast during disasters, saving lives and supporting communities when every second counts.
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A community volunteer in safety gear assisting during a local disaster response.
A community volunteer in safety gear assisting during a local disaster response.

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