| Civil Defense is the Government sponsored disciplined organization of the people, responsible for developing the will and ability of the nation to meet all disasters, whether caused by enemy action during war or by natural calamities in peace-time. |
| Civil Defense Objectives |
- To reduce and minimize the number of causalities.
- To minimize damage and dislocation of essential services.
- To ensure uninterrupted production in industrial and business concerns.
- To provide active civilian support to war efforts.
- To maintain in the people a high standard of morale and strong Will to Win.
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| District Level Responsibility |
- Preparation of Civil Defense Plans at the local level.
- Implementation of the policy lay down by Provincial Government.
- Organization and Maintenance of Civil Defense Services.
- Enrolment and Training of Razakars.
- Appointment of Heads of Services.
- Carry out operational functions
- Periodical reports to higher authorities.
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| Legislation |
- Civil Defence Act, 1952.
- Civil Defence(Special Power) Rules, 1951.
- Notifications/Directions issued from the Cabinet Committee, Ministry of Interior and Directorate General Civil Defence from time to time.
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