This is the Official Account of DG - FSCDHG. The Directorate General, Fire Services,CIvil Defence & Home Guard was established by MHA on 17 November 1962.

East Block, RK Puram
Joined January 2025
Valuable feedback from a Civil Defence Volunteer following Army training at Delhi Cantt reflects the impact of this first-of-its-kind joint initiative. Strengthening preparedness and fostering civil-military synergy towards a more vibrant Civil Defence network. 🇮🇳 #CivilDefence
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Civil Defence Volunteers are at the forefront of rescue operation at Harsh Vihar. Hope they restore situations soon
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PHOTO | Delhi: The Indian Army and the Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards jointly conducted a three-day pilot training programme for 50 Civil Defence Master Trainers at Delhi Cantonment from October 22 to 24, 2026, under the ‘Train with Your Army Camp’ initiative. The programme aimed to strengthen Civil Defence preparedness and covered drone and counter-drone awareness, air raid preparedness, fire safety, CBRN awareness, casualty management, search and rescue, emergency communication and cyber hygiene through classroom instruction, practical demonstrations and mock drills. (Source: Third Party)
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MILITARY–CIVIL FUSION | BUILDING NATIONAL RESILIENCE Strengthening the Whole-of-Nation approach to security and emergency preparedness, the #IndianArmy and Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards (DG FSCDHG) have initiated a comprehensive Master Trainers programme for Civil Defence volunteers across 12 States and UTs. As part of this initiative, HQ Delhi Area, #WesternCommand, in collaboration with DG FSCDHG, conducted the first three-day pilot programme at Delhi Cantt from 22–24 October 2026, training 50 Civil Defence volunteers under the ‘Train with Your Army Camp’ initiative. The Indian Army imparted practical training in hybrid threats, drone and air raid response, CBRN preparedness, critical infrastructure protection, communication resilience, casualty management and search & rescue. The programme culminated in a simulated drone attack, testing coordinated emergency response capabilities. The initiative aims to develop a cadre of skilled Master Trainers, strengthening grassroots preparedness, inter-agency coordination and national resilience. Train Together. Respond Better. Build Resilience. #MilitaryCivilFusion #CapacityBuilding #OperationalReadiness #NationBuilding @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @westerncomd_IA @HMOIndia @DGFSCDHG @DelhiArea_IA @ANI
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MILITARY–CIVIL FUSION | BUILDING NATIONAL RESILIENCE Strengthening the Whole-of-Nation approach to security and emergency preparedness, the #IndianArmy and Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards (DG FSCDHG) have initiated a comprehensive Master Trainers programme for Civil Defence volunteers across 12 States and UTs. As part of this initiative, HQ Delhi Area, #WesternCommand, in collaboration with DG FSCDHG, conducted the first three-day pilot programme at Delhi Cantt from 22–24 October 2026, training 50 Civil Defence volunteers under the ‘Train with Your Army Camp’ initiative. The Indian Army imparted practical training in hybrid threats, drone and air raid response, CBRN preparedness, critical infrastructure protection, communication resilience, casualty management and search & rescue. The programme culminated in a simulated drone attack, testing coordinated emergency response capabilities. The initiative aims to develop a cadre of skilled Master Trainers, strengthening grassroots preparedness, inter-agency coordination and national resilience. Train Together. Respond Better. Build Resilience. #MilitaryCivilFusion #CapacityBuilding #OperationalReadiness #NationBuilding @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @HMOIndia @DGFSCDHG @DelhiArea_IA @prodefencechan1 @prodefencejammu
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The inaugural training initiative between the #CivilDefence Corps and #IndianArmy. Lt Gen Rajesh Sethi, AVSM, SM, VSM, GOC Delhi Area, Sh Sunil Kumar Jha, DG CD, Sh Rajesh Gupta, JS DM, MHA, Shri Romil Baaniya, DDG; and Shri Sandeep Krishnan, ADG Civil Defence graced the event
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MILITARY-CIVIL FUSION | STRENGTHENING NATIONAL RESILIENCE The #IndianArmy commenced a three-day pilot training programme for #CivilDefence Master Trainers on 22 Oct 2026 under the ‘Train With Your Army Camp’ initiative. In his inaugural address, Lt Gen Rajesh Sethi, AVSM, SM, VSM, GOC Delhi Area, emphasised building a cadre of skilled Master Trainers to enhance Civil Defence capabilities across States and UTs. Shri Sunil Kumar Jha, DG FSCDHG, highlighted the importance of coordinated preparedness and response. The programme combines classroom instruction, demonstrations and practical exercises on emerging security threats, drone and counter-drone awareness, air raid precautions, CBRN preparedness, cyber defence and survival skills. The initiative strengthens #MilitaryCivilFusion by empowering Civil Defence volunteers, enhancing grassroots preparedness and building a coordinated, resilient response to evolving security challenges. Train the Trainers. Empower Communities. Strengthen National Resilience. #CapacityBuilding #CivilDefence #NationBuilding @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @HMOIndia @DGFSCDHG @DelFireService @DGHomeGuard
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🇮🇳 Today marks a historic day for Civil Defence! A first-of-its-kind joint training of the Civil Defence Corps and the Indian Army is set to be inaugurated at Delhi Cantt, strengthening preparedness for hostile situations and emerging cyber threats. #CivilDefence #IndianArmy
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🇮🇳 #CivilDefence Corps Gearing Up for Enhanced Trg Civil Defence Corps in the Delhi region are gearing up for joint training with the Indian Army to strengthen preparedness for hostile situations, emerging security threats and cyber threats. Building a trained & Vibrant CDVs
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🇮🇳 #CivilDefence Corps Gearing Up for Enhanced Trg Civil Defence Corps in the Delhi region are gearing up for joint training with the Indian Army to strengthen preparedness for hostile situations, emerging security threats and cyber threats. Building a trained & Vibrant CDVs
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🇮🇳 For the first time, Civil Defence Master Trainers and Volunteers train in Indian Army camps on hostile-situation response and blackout exercises! Train and Prepare for the Nation. #CivilDefence #IndianArmy
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Civil Defence volunteers across the country continue to undertake a range of activities, including public awareness programmes, emergency preparedness exercises, mock drills, training, rescue support and community outreach, strengthening disaster preparedness and resilience
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A proud display of the spirit of Civil Defence at Bihar’s Independence Day celebrations, showcasing the dedication, discipline and vital role of Civil Defence volunteers in keeping our communities safe and resilient. #CivilDefence #IndependenceDay #Bihar
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Hon’ble Prime Minister's announcement for strengthening and capacity building of Civil Defence organization in the country in his 15th August speech from Red Fort. #civildefence #ID2026
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Today Arunachal Pradesh takes another step towards enhancing emergency response capabilities & public awareness by conducting A Civil Defence Mock Drill in Itanagar. Citizens are requested to cooperate with authorities and follow official instructions. @HMOIndia @ArunachalCMO
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NFSC, Nagpur and CFEES, DRDO signed an MoU on 27 July 2026 to collaborate in fire safety research, innovation, technology development and capacity building—strengthening indigenous solutions for a safer India. @DRDO_India @HMOIndia @nfsc_mha @PMOIndia
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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Centre for Fire, Explosive & Environment Safety(CFEES), DRDO and National Fire Service College(NFSC), Nagpur under @HMOIndia to foster collaborative research, innovation in fire safety and knowledge sharing. The MoU was exchanged between Director CFEES and Director NFSC in presence of Prof(Dr) Prateek Kishore, DG (ACE), DRDO, Ministry of Defence and Shri Sunil Kumar Jha, IPS DG (Fire Safety, Civil Defence & Home Guard), Mjnistry of Home Affairs
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🎉 A proud milestone for Civil Defence! The Civil Defence Warrior Portal has crossed 1,00,000 volunteer registrations. A testament to the growing spirit of preparedness, resilience, and citizen participation in nation-building. @HMOIndia @ndmaindia @AcademyNdrf @nfsc_mha
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