R: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted a disaster preparedness mock drill at the LPG Storage Yard of BHEL, Ramachandrapuram, Hyderabad, on November 13, 2026, to create awareness about emergency response, rescue operations and safe evacuation during disasters.
The joint exercise was organised by the NDRF in coordination with BHEL’s CISF Fire and Security wings, Unit HR and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) departments. The drill focused on handling emergencies such as major fires and gas leakages, rescuing trapped personnel and ensuring safe evacuation. It also aimed to strengthen emergency preparedness among employees and contract workers.
G. Subrahmanyam, Executive Director, HPEP, T. Nandu, General Manager (Oil Rigs, Pulverisers and Factory Manager), Dr Sandhya Kar, General Manager (HR, TA, C&PR and Medical), Dr M. Swamy, General Manager (F&P, CWS, M&S), Sonu Singh Shikarwar, Commandant, CISF, Ramesh Naik, Inspector, CISF Fire, and Ramu Thota, Inspector, CISF, along with CISF security and fire personnel, HR officials, safety officers, senior officials, employees and contract workers, witnessed the exercise. A BHEL ambulance also participated in the drill.
The NDRF team, led by Gautham Kumar and Damodar Singh, along with BHEL’s CISF Fire and Security wings, demonstrated various rescue operations and safe evacuation procedures. The exercise was appreciated by the officials and participants.
