Workshop organized in collaboration with Rescue 1122; expert
rescue officers participated
Students and teachers given hands-on training to deal with emergencies
“Education isn’t limited to textbooks—teaching children life skills is
essential,” said Col (R) Mubashir Iqbal, Imran Zafar Butt, Romana Mubashir, and
Abdul Basit during the workshop
A one-day rescue training workshop was organized at Aghosh Complex, the welfare institution of Minhaj-ul-Quran International, with the aim of equipping students and teachers with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to deal with emergency situations. The workshop was conducted in collaboration with Rescue 1122, and featured participation from experienced rescue officers.
The session began with a recitation from the Holy Quran and prayers, followed by welcome remarks by Imran Zafar Butt, Principal of Aghosh Grammar School, and Vice Principal Romana Bashir, who highlighted the significance of the training session.
Rescue 1122 experts provided detailed briefings on:
- Basic first aid
- Fire safety measures
- Precautionary steps during earthquakes
- Emergency evacuation procedures
Through live demonstrations, the rescue officers taught students and teachers how to:
- Use fire extinguishers
- Provide first aid to injured persons
- Respond quickly and effectively in emergencies
The children of Aghosh actively participated in the drills and exercises under the guidance of the rescue team. The workshop was presided over by Colonel (R) Mubashir Iqbal, Director of Aghosh Complex.
In his speech, Col (R) Mubashir Iqbal emphasized that the children at Aghosh are not just students—they are the future builders of the nation. Along with physical, mental, and moral development, equipping them to handle emergency situations is a national duty. He expressed his satisfaction that Rescue Scouts not only trained the children in medical aid but also raised awareness about public service.
He further stated that the workshop would help instill confidence, self-reliance, and social responsibility among the students. "Education should not be confined to textbooks," he said, "but should also include life skills that prepare children for the real world." He pointed out that this session taught the children how to respond quickly in case of an accident and how to save lives—skills essential to character building.
Rescue 1122 instructors used simple and understandable language to teach children. They conducted practical CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) exercises and explained how to apply chest compressions to save a life if someone’s heart stops. The children were also taught how to dress wounds, stop bleeding, and other basic emergency procedures.
A “Stop, Drop, and Roll” demonstration was conducted in case of fire, and children were instructed on the proper way to call emergency services (1122)—including how to clearly communicate their name, location, nature of the incident, and number of people affected to ensure timely assistance.
The core objective of the session was to replace panic with courage and smart response in emergencies.
At the end of the session, the Aghosh administration thanked the Rescue team and presented them with shields of appreciation. They also expressed a desire to hold such sessions regularly to ensure comprehensive training of the students.
The event concluded with a collective prayer for the success of the children, the safety of the country, and the continued progress of welfare organizations.
The workshop was attended by Rescue Scouts officers, Aghosh teachers, administrative staff, and a large number of students.
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