Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Ministry, Goals, Beneficiaries, News

Q: What is National Disaster Management Authority and its role?

National Disaster Management Authority is an apex Body of Government of India, with a mandate to lay down policies for disaster management.

Q: What is aapda mitra training?

It is to provide the community volunteers with the basic skills they will require for responding to their community's immediate needs in the aftermath of a disaster.

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MY Bharat Latest News

Union Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs stated that MY Bharat Aapda Mitras will be mobilised to provide rescue operations in the flood-affected areas of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh.

About MY Bharat

It is an autonomous body that has been set up by the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport.
MY Bharat’s digital platform provides equitable access to opportunities for youth to actualize their aspirations and build Viksit Bharat.
It is meticulously designed to cater to the needs of the dynamic youth demographic, aged between 15 and 29 years.
This platform offers a wealth of resources, mentorship programs, experiential learning opportunities, networks, and invaluable industry connections.

Key Facts about MY Bharat Aapda Mitras

They are trained by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) under the Aapda Mitra programme.
- Aapda Mitra programme is a unique initiative under MY Bharat, offering structured NDMA-certified disaster response training to young volunteers.
- It equips them with skills in search and rescue, first aid, crowd management, and emergency coordination, making them valuable assets during natural calamities.
- These youth volunteers will work at the grassroots to ensure that food, medical aid, and essential supplies reach villages cut off due to floods and landslides.