Rajshahi: Fire Service and Civil Defense Week was inaugurated in Rajshahi with due dignity and enthusiasm. Divisional Commissioner A.N.M. Bazlur Rashid inaugurated the week-long Fire Service and Civil Defence Week programme by releasing balloons and festoons at the city’s Fire Service and Civil Defence Station as the chief guest, while Deputy Director of Fire Service and Civil Defence Monjil Haque of Rajshahi Division presided over the event.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, among others, Mohammad Shahjahan, S.M. Tuhinur Alam, Kazi Shahidul Islam, and Mohammad Naimul Hassan were present at the programme. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, the speakers highlighted the important role of Fire Service and Civil Defense in tackling fires and various disasters. They emphasized that the programs of this week will play a vital role in raising public awareness and enhancing rapid response capabilities. They urged everyone to be conscious of fire and accident prevention.
Earlier in the morning, a colorful rally was brought out from in front of the Fire Service and Civil Defense Station. With the theme “Firefighters have one vow: to keep lives and property safe,” the rally paraded through key streets of the city. People from various walks of life participated in the rally.
The week-long program includes fire extinguishing drills, awareness meetings, training sessions at educational institutions, and exhibitions on rescue operations. Organizers said the main goal of these activities is to increase public awareness and preparedness in dealing with disasters.