The Disaster Awareness event, organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT) with IEEE Mangalore Subsection, took place on November 7, 2024, at the International Seminar Hall. This impactful event focused on educating students, faculty, and school students on disaster preparedness and response.
The program commenced with a welcome by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Branch Counselor and Head of ECE, who highlighted BIT’s dedication to developing not only skilled professionals but also socially responsible citizens. Following this, Mr. Aman, an ECE student, introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Swaraj HV, State Coordinator for IEEE India Philanthropy in Karnataka.
Mr. Swaraj’s presentation emphasized key aspects of disaster management, such as proactive measures, emergency response techniques, and technology’s role in disaster relief. He discussed IEEE’s MOVE initiative, inspiring students to engage in disaster resilience and outreach activities. The session was interactive, with Mr. Swaraj offering practical advice and answering audience questions.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Vinutha from the Physics Department, who expressed appreciation for Mr. Swaraj and acknowledged the contributions of IEEE Mangalore Subsection and BIT Student Branch. This event served as a valuable learning experience, empowering participants with disaster preparedness knowledge and a commitment to community resilience.