Shillong, Nov 4: Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Lahkmen Rymbui has urged citizens, especially the youth, to act responsibly during accidents or disasters by informing authorities instead of recording videos or making reels.

The minister was speaking at an event to distribute emergency responder kits to volunteers under the Yuva Aapda Mitra scheme, here today.

Rymbui highlighted the need for better urban planning and responsible civic behaviour to ensure timely emergency response. He recalled a past fire incident in Shillong, where narrow roads and indiscriminate parking hindered the movement of fire brigades.

He lauded the efforts of volunteers from the Nehru Yuva Kendra, NCC, Bharat Scouts and Guide, and NSS for their commitment to community service and emphasised the import

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