India Introduces New Guidelines for State Disaster Response Force Recruitment

The central government has established fresh recruitment standards for state disaster response units, prioritizing Agniveers and NCC cadets while reserving 15% of positions for women to improve local emergency preparedness.

28 Aug, 06:12 — 28 Aug, 06:12

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Centre's norms for SDRFs: Agniveers, NCC holders preferred, 15% seats for women

Modeled on NDRF, they will enhance local disaster response and conduct safety audits at major tourist sites, while avoiding armed enforcement duties.

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Centre's norms for SDRFs: Agniveers, NCC holders preferred, 15% seats for women

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