The Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu Branch on Saturday launched a one-day orientation programme on first aid and disaster management for college students enrolled under the Youth Red Cross (YRC) in the State.

According to a press release, the programme was introduced to 112 students of Anna University, who also received certificates.

B. Kumar, YRC zonal coordinator, associate professor, department of printing technology, College of Engineering, Anna University, and A. Khadar Basha, honorary advisor of Youth Red Cross, Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu Branch also participated.

source: http://www.TheHindu.com / Home> National> Tamil Nadu / Chennai, February 03rd, 2013