Lucknow: In a major step toward strengthening community emergency response, the Freedom From Poverty Trust, in collaboration with King George’s Medical University (KGMU), successfully conducted a two-day CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and Basic Life Support (BLS) training workshop at La Martiniere Girls’ College. Held on December 9 and 10 at the Ibrahim Auditorium, the programme trained nearly 400 students in essential life-saving skills.
The initiative aimed to empower young citizens as capable first responders who can act swiftly during medical emergencies. “Our objective is to equip students with confidence and competence so they can save lives when every second counts,” said Hemant Kumar Dixit, Vice President, Freedom From Poverty Trust.
The workshop was led by an expert team from KGMU. Prof. K. K. Singh, Executive Officer, KGMU CRS – Goonj 89.6 MHz, supervised the sessions, while overall direction was provided by Prof. Samir Misra, Incharge, Centre for Advanced Skills Development, KGMU.
Students underwent hands-on BLS training, including CPR techniques, airway management, rescue breaths, and practical use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Each participant practiced on CPR mannequins under the close guidance of trained instructors.
The medical and paramedical training team included Dr. Ahmar Khan, Dr. Arjun, faculty from Paramedical Sciences, Nursing Officer Shikha Gupta, and members of KGMU Goonj 89.6 MHz.
This workshop is aligned with the Freedom From Poverty Trust’s wider mission to support healthcare access and training. The Trust also sponsors the five-year MBBS education of a financially challenged student at KGMU each year and partners with AIIMS Raebareli to facilitate cataract surgeries for underserved communities.
Organizers emphasized that CPR awareness is crucial in building a safer and more prepared society—one where trained citizens can truly make the difference between life and death.
