Lunglei, February 19, 2026: A mock earthquake exercise was successfully conducted today in Lunglei by the Lunglei District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to enhance disaster preparedness and coordinated response.
The exercise simulated earthquake damage in the Venglai area, including the Flyover Bridge and nearby buildings. The exercise began at 11:00 AM after a simulated earthquake alert was received at the District Emergency Operation Centre, followed by the sounding of a disaster siren.
Rescue, evacuation, fire control, traffic management, and medical response were demonstrated. The Treasury Office was designated as the Staging Area, while a Relief Camp was set up at the PWD Office Complex. The Lunglei Civil Hospital handled the treatment of the injured.
Officials from various departments, along with NDRF, SDRF, Police, Fire & Emergency Services, BSF, Assam Rifles, YMA volunteers, and Aapda Mitra participants, took part in the exercise.
DDMA Chief Executive Officer Pi Rochuangkimi Khenglawt expressed appreciation to all departments, response forces, volunteers, and the people of Lunglei for their cooperation and collective effort in making the mock exercise a grand success.