05th Bn NDRF AOR: Maharashtra & Goa, Part of @NDRFHQ – India's multi-disciplinary, high-tech specialist force for disaster response across India & abroad.
🚴♂️ On #WorldBicycleDay, 33 rescuers of 5 Bn NDRF Pune, led by Shri Deepak Tiwari, 2IC, participated in the #SundaysOnCycle event at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune.
Cycling 25 km & 50 km routes, the team promoted fitness, healthy living and a greener future. 🌱
#NDRF #FitIndia
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05 Bn NDRF participated in a Joint Annual Mock Exercise at RCFL, Mumbai on 05.06.2026.
The exercise witnessed active participation from CISF, Mumbai Police, Police QRT, ATS, RCFL Fire & Safety, Fire Tenders from RCFL/HPCL/BPCL, Ambulances, RCFL Management & Officials, DISH, State Disaster Management Team, HPCL, and BPCL.
The mock exercise enhanced inter-agency coordination, emergency preparedness, and response capabilities for handling critical security and industrial emergency scenarios.
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#NowForClimate 🌱🌳
On #WorldEnvironmentDay, 5 Bn NDRF, Pune participated in the tree plantation drive initiated by Hon’ble Union Home and Cooperation Minister, Shri Amit Shah. Officers and rescuers planted saplings across the battalion campus, reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship and a greener, more sustainable future.
Every tree planted today strengthens our resilience for tomorrow. 🌍🌱
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Committed to nurturing every sapling into a thriving tree, NDRF continues its efforts towards a greener, more resilient and sustainable future.
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Sh. Saroj Kumar, Commandant (CCD), and Sh. Nikhil Mudholkar, Assistant Commandant, 5 Bn NDRF, attended a workshop on Disaster Management preparedness for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh 2026–2028, organized by NTKMA, Nashik for Nodal and Liaison Officers. The workshop focused on enhancing inter-agency coordination, strengthening emergency response mechanisms, and ensuring a safe, secure, and resilient pilgrimage experience for devotees.
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Team 5 Bn NDRF successfully concluded the #DisasterManagement Training Programme at Nagpur City Police Bhavan, Civil Lines, Nagpur (CP Office), Distt. Nagpur.
📍 The programme focused on enhancing disaster preparedness, emergency response coordination, and capacity building among stakeholders. Such initiatives strengthen institutional readiness and contribute towards building a safer and more resilient community.
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🌟 Be Aware | Be Ready | Be Safe
📍 A Team of 5 Bn NDRF conducted Disaster Management & Mass Casualty Drill at Tata Power, Trombay, Mumbai.
🚨 The exercise focused on coordinated emergency response, mass casualty management, search & rescue operations, evacuation procedures, and inter-agency coordination to enhance preparedness and resilience during emergencies.
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🚤 Boat Handling Training & CAP conducted at Kudal and Malvan, Sindhudurg.
👨👩👧👦 5 Bn NDRF personnel engaged with local villagers and stakeholders, including Tahsildar, Revenue Staff, Police Staff, Gramsevaks, CD volunteers, and civilians, to promote disaster preparedness and emergency response.
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🏞️ Community Awareness Programme
📍 Conducted at Zilpi Lake, Tehsil Hingna, Dist. Nagpur
👥 NDRF personnel conducted an awareness session on disaster management, flood preparedness, safety precautions, and emergency response coordination, with active participation from key stakeholders including SDRF, Police, Fire Department, Home Guards, Tehsil administration, and other community representatives to enhance disaster readiness and public safety.
Last year, a team from 5 Bn NDRF was deployed at Pandharpur during the revered Wari pilgrimage for flood and water-related emergency response on the banks of river Chandrabhaga. The team remained prepared round the clock for rescue, emergency response and public safety of lakhs of devotees. The dedicated efforts of the team were also featured in a documentary by the Discovery Channel on Pandharpur Wari. 🇮🇳🚨 #NDRF #PandharpurWari #Chandrabhaga
Courtesy -Discovery
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🎓 CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMME
📍 Conducted at Aundh Military Station, Rakshak Chowk, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Distt. Pune, Maharashtra
👨🚒 NDRF personnel conducted a Capacity Building Programme for NCC students of 02 Maharashtra Girls Bn NCC. The session focused on disaster preparedness, emergency response techniques, safety awareness, and coordinated action during emergencies. A total of 421 students and staff members participated in the programme.
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📌 Participated in an offsite mock exercise at GAIL at Natural Gas Pipeline Corridor, Maharashtra
👨🚒 173 stakeholders from various departments participated. The exercise focused on strengthening inter-agency coordination, assessing on-site emergency response preparedness, and promoting effective safety protocols to ensure swift and efficient response during CBRN emergencies.
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📚 CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMME
📌 Organized at Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali, MH
👨🚒 NDRF personnel conducted a Capacity Building Programme for MSF and Maharashtra Forest Department officials focusing on disaster preparedness, prompt response techniques, safety measures, and effective emergency coordination to strengthen readiness and ensure public safety during disaster situations.
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Representatives from the 5th Battalion, NDRF Pune and G-DAC officials attended a Monsoon Preparedness Meeting headed by Dr. Vijay Suryavanshi, IAS, PCMC Commissioner, at the PCMC headquarters in Pune. Discussions focused on coordinated disaster response, flood preparedness, inter-agency coordination, and strengthening emergency response mechanisms for the upcoming monsoon season.
केन्द्रीय गृह एवं सहकारिता मंत्री श्री @AmitShah ने BSF के संस्थापक एवं प्रथम सीमा प्रहरी के. एफ. रुस्तमजी की स्मृति में आयोजित ‘रुस्तमजी स्मृति व्याख्यान’ में BSF के जवानों को सम्मानित किया।
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Born in Kolar in 1962, Dr. Ganesh has mastered 18 languages, authored over 70 books, and emerged as a leading scholar of Indian literature and performing arts.
Through decades of performances and cultural outreach, he has played a significant role in preserving and promoting India’s rich literary and artistic heritage for future generations.
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