JAMMU: In line with the directives of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Vijaypur, Jammu observed Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Awareness Week from 13th to 17th October 2025.
The week-long observance aimed to enhance knowledge and skills related to this vital life-saving technique among healthcare professionals, students, and the general public—strengthening the chain of survival both within the institution and the wider community.
The event commenced on 13th October 2025 with a CPR Pledge at 10:30 AM, led virtually by the Hon’ble Health Secretary. The inaugural session was attended by the Medical Superintendent, nursing officers, faculty members, and staff of AIIMS Jammu.
Following the inauguration, comprehensive training programs on Basic Life Support (BLS) and Hands-Only CPR were conducted for nursing students. Dedicated sessions were also organized for MBA students, security personnel, housekeeping staff, and hospital attendants, providing them with practical demonstrations and hands-on practice. In total, over 1,000 participants received CPR training during the awareness week.
Two CPR Awareness Booths were set up at the OPD Registration Area and the Emergency Department throughout the week, offering live demonstrations and informative sessions for patients, attendants, and visitors. Additional activities included quizzes and poster competitions on “CPR Awareness” for nursing officers, while educational videos demonstrating CPR techniques were screened at key locations across the campus.
The initiative was carried out under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, whose leadership ensured the program’s success.
The observance of CPR Awareness Week at AIIMS Jammu significantly enhanced preparedness, skill competency, and awareness regarding cardiac arrest management among healthcare professionals and community members. The initiative marked a major step toward strengthening the Chain of Survival within and beyond institutional boundaries.
