6 February 2025: The District Disaster Management Authority, DDMA Sonitpur, District Commissioner, Sonitpur in collaboration with Edupur Foundation successfully organized a three-day training program for masons on earthquake-resistant construction practices at Bihaguri Development Block Tumuki, Sonitpur.
The training programme was inaugurated by Shri Garga Mohan Das, Additional District Commissioner cum CEO of DDMA, in the presence of:
Syed Wahidur Rahman, BDO, Gabharu Block, Sonitpur
Samarendra Sarma, BDO, Bihaguri Development Block, Sonitpur
Jyoti Borah, Asst Executive Engineer, PWD(Bldg.)
Devarshi Borah, Asst Engineer, PWD(Bldg.)
Partha Pratim Sarma, District Project Officer, DDMA
Pranjal Bharali, Field Officer, Tezpur Revenue Circle
Amit Raj Konwar, Director, Edupur Foundation
The training aimed to enhance the skills of local masons by equipping them with essential knowledge on disaster-resilient construction techniques. Experts and engineers conducted hands-on sessions, emphasizing best practices for building structures that can withstand seismic activity.
Speaking on the occasion, representatives from DDMA Sonitpur highlighted the importance of such capacity-building initiatives in reducing disaster risks in the region. The Edupur Foundation team also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting safe construction practices for a more resilient community.
Participants received certificates upon completion of the training, empowering them to implement earthquake-resistant methods in their work. This initiative is expected to contribute significantly to safer infrastructure development in Sonitpur and beyond.
