Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the first position in the ‘Height Rescue Challenge’ during the 12th National Rescue Challenge, organized by Rescue 1122.
Nineteen rescue teams, representing various regions, including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan, as well as participants from the Police, NGOs, Universities, and international delegations from Turkey, Palestine, Oman, and Sri Lanka, took part in the competition.
Alkhidmat Foundation’s 18-member team, under the leadership of Asif Jamal, Manager of Alkhidmat Disaster Management Program, showcased their expertise in diverse rescue categories, including height rescue, deep well rescue, water rescue, swimming, trauma, and medical emergency. They demonstrated their skills against specific targets and international emergency response standards, competing against senior instructors and experts.
Dr. Rizwan Naseer, Secretary Emergency Services Punjab, expressed gratitude to Alkhidmat Foundation and other participating teams. He highlighted the event’s objective to enhance emergency cooperation among national services and establish uniform standards for emergency responses. Dr. Naseer emphasized the importance of such competitions in elevating rescuers’ professional skills to effectively address challenges in emergencies and disasters.
Syed Ihsanullah Waqas, Vice President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan, praised the organization’s Disaster Management Program, recognizing it as a symbol of their commitment to aiding communities during crises in Pakistan. He acknowledged the frontline role played by Alkhidmat Foundation’s rescuers and volunteers in assisting those in need.
Waqas underscored the significance of such programs, particularly in light of the adverse impacts of climate change, both in Pakistan and globally. He stressed that organizing events for rescuers is crucial for enhancing coordination and building the professional capacity of emergency services across all provinces in the country.
Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan remains steadfast in its mission to contribute to societal well-being and strengthen the nation’s resilience in the face of emergencies and disasters.
