Disaster preparedness is central to the safety of the students in school. A Fire Drill was organised
at DPS East of Kailash with the help of Delhi Disaster Management Authority to prepare the
students and staff for any natural disaster or emergency. At the ringing of the hooter, the order to
evacuate the school was delivered by the Headmistress, Ms. Usha Diptivilasa ma’am. The students
displayed an impressive presence of mind and calmly followed their class teachers to the football
field. The firefighters demonstrated a rescue operation with local volunteers and medical
professionals. The Principal, Ms. Padma Srinivasan, and the Headmistress, Ms. Usha Diptivilasa,
welcomed Mr. Sushil Singh, Special CEO, Delhi Disaster Management to the school. Mr. Sushil Singh
addressed the students and commended their quick response and congratulated the management
for the successful evacuation. He held personal interactions with the students regarding safety and
preparedness and encouraged them to always be alert.
The Fire Drill empowered the students with knowledge that could save them and others in the
future.
