ISA-NCB Conducts COLS Training at Mega Health Camp

As part of the National Service Scheme’s Mega Health Camp, the Indian Society of Anesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) conducted a Comprehensive Life Support (COLS) Training session on 17th January 2025 at Sindhi Hindi Vidya Samiti’s Kaka Trilokchand Rughwani School, Paanchpaoli, Nagpur.


Empowering Young Minds with Life-Saving Skills

The training catered to over 200 students from the 7th, 8th, and 11th (vocational trainees) standards, equipping them with essential life-saving knowledge.

  • Expert Demonstration:
    • The session included a detailed lecture and demonstration using mannequins by Dr. Umesh Ramtani (President, ISA-NCB) and Dr. Arihant Jain (Executive Member, ISA-NCB).
    • Students were actively engaged in learning proper techniques and steps of life support.
  • Interactive Hands-On Training:
    • Participants were given practical training in small batches, allowing them to practice on mannequins.
    • Enthusiastic students posed queries, which were thoughtfully addressed by the trainers, ensuring a thorough understanding.

Organizers and Acknowledgments

  • The activity was meticulously coordinated by Dr. Gauri Arora (Immediate Past President, ISA-NCB), who ensured the program’s seamless execution.
  • The school principal, Mrs. Pooja Mohobe, expressed heartfelt gratitude to ISA-NCB, appreciating their dedicated efforts in imparting these crucial skills to the students.

Donation to the School

To further aid in life-support education, the COLS Chart depicting a pictorial algorithm was donated to the school, serving as a valuable reference for students and staff.


A Step Towards a Safer Community

This impactful session underscores ISA-NCB’s commitment to spreading awareness and building a safer society through education and training. The enthusiasm of the young participants promises a brighter future where life-saving skills become a part of everyday knowledge.