Bhubaneswar: In a commendable initiative to restore normalcy in cyclone-hit areas, students from five government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and a government engineering school in Ganjam district have joined the restoration efforts following the devastating impact of cyclone ‘Arnab’.Several water pumps and other electrical equipment in different parts of the district were damaged and rendered non-functional due to the cyclone. Stepping in to support the restoration work, students from the technical institutions have been actively involved in repairing damaged electrical appliances and restoring water supply systems.Students from Government ITIs at Berhampur, Sheragada, Purushottampur, Hinjilicut and Chhatrapur, along with students of Government Engineering School, Berhampur, are participating in the initiative.As part of the drive, the student teams have successfully repaired damaged electrical equipment at the Aska Sub-Divisional Hospital, helping restore essential services at the healthcare facility.The restoration initiative is being carried out under the direct supervision of the district administration. Each student team from the participating institutions has been placed under the guidance of a designated supervisor to ensure proper coordination and effective execution of the repair work.By putting their technical knowledge and practical skills to use, these young students are making a significant contribution to post-disaster rehabilitation and restoration, said the state government.“Their participation has also highlighted how technical education can be effectively linked with community service, particularly during emergencies,” it added.
Odisha: ITI, engineering students join post-cyclone restoration drive in Ganjam
