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Training programme on seismic hazards held
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The programme focuses on seismic hazard assessment, earthquake studies and disaster preparedness, aiming to strengthen technical skills and regional expertise in earthquake risk management
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Training programme on seismic hazards held
A five-day training programme on “Seismic Hazards” under the CSIR Integrated Skill Development Initiative at the Department of Earth Sciences, Manipur University, Imphal. Jointly organised by CSIR–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad, and Manipur University, the programme will run until October 16, 2026. Inaugurating the programme, Manipur University Vice-Chancellor Prof. R. K. Hemakumar Singh highlighted the importance of skill development in north-eastern India, a region vulnerable to earthquakes and other seismic hazards. He called for expanding such initiatives to encourage participation from colleges and academic institutions across the region.
Seismic Hazards Training, Manipur University, CSIR NGRI Hyderabad, Earthquake Risk Assessment, Seismic Safety, Skill Development Initiative, Northeast India, Earthquake Preparedness
Tags: Seismic Hazards, Manipur University, CSIR-NGRI, Earthquake Safety, Skill Development
Dr. Abhey R. Bansal, Scientist-G and Nodal Officer of the CSIR Integrated Skill Development Programme at CSIR-NGRI, outlined the institute’s initiatives to develop scientific and technical capabilities among students and professionals.
Dr. Vinay Kumar, Scientist-G at CSIR-HRDC and Nodal Officer of the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative Programme, highlighted the role of skill-oriented training across CSIR laboratories in reaching more learners and professionals.
Prof. Raghumani Singh, Head of the Department of Earth Sciences, Manipur University, stressed the need to develop local expertise in earthquake risk assessment and preparedness.
CSIR-NGRI scientists Dr. D. Shashidhar, Dr. Pavan Kumar Vengala, Dr. Sunil Roy and Dr. Nitin Sharma, alongside university faculty, are conducting sessions combining scientific instruction with practical learning. Dr. Avinash Chouhan, Assistant Professor and programme coordinator, delivered the vote of thanks. The inaugural session concluded with the National Anthem.
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