Assam down town University, through Sankar Madhab School of Nursing and down town School of Nursing, in collaboration with down town hospital, organised a one-day Basic Life Support (BLS) Training Workshop for GNM students.

The workshop was facilitated by certified BLS trainers Ms. Ronnie Khangembam, Deputy Nursing Superintendent, down town hospital, and Ms. Judith Ramengmawi, Assistant Nursing Superintendent and Quality Officer, down town hospital. The program commenced with an inaugural address by Prof (Dr)Manashi Sengupta, Dean, Faculty of Nursing, AdtU, followed by an introduction to the theme by Ms. Lakhimi Gogoi, Principal, Sankar Madhab School of Nursing.

The session covered the fundamental principles of BLS, CPR techniques for adults, children and pregnant women, and emergency response procedures, including choking management and the recognition and appropriate management of airway obstruction. Through live demonstrations and hands-on practice, students gained practical exposure to essential life-saving techniques under the guidance of the certified trainers.

With the active participation of 48 students, the workshop strengthened their clinical knowledge, practical skills and confidence in responding effectively to emergency situations, reinforcing the importance of timely intervention in saving lives.