Go-Bag Packing List

Essentials (grab first)

• Cash: Rs. 20,000–50,000 in mixed denominations (ATMs go offline early)
• Documents pouch: see FC: Document Pouch for the full list
• Phone charger + power bank: fully charged, 20,000mAh minimum
• Medications: 7-day supply of any daily prescriptions
• Water: 3 litres minimum per person

Food (72 hours)

• Sattu packets (3–4)
• Roasted chana (1 kg)
• Dates or gur (500g)
• Glucose biscuits (2 packs)
• Electrolyte sachets (ORS, 6 packets)

Clothing & shelter

• 1 change of clothes (season-appropriate)
• Lightweight rain poncho or plastic sheet
• Dupatta or shemagh (sun, dust, warmth, bandage)
• Sturdy closed-toe shoes (worn, not packed)

Tools

• LED torch + spare batteries
• Lighter + waterproof matches
• Multi-tool or sturdy knife
• Whistle
• Roll of duct tape
• 10m paracord or strong rope
• Permanent marker + zip-lock bags

Medical

• Basic first aid kit (bandages, antiseptic, painkillers)
• Tourniquet (if trained, see FC: Tourniquet)
• Sanitary supplies
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen

Comms

• Walkie-talkie (if your family has them, see FC: Walkie Quickstart)
• Written list of emergency phone numbers (not just on your phone)
• Paper map of your city and surrounding areas

Rotation check (every 3 months)

1. Replace expired food and medicine
2. Update cash amount
3. Charge the power bank
4. Check torch batteries
5. Update document copies if anything changed