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New Delhi: Amid escalating tensions with Pakistan, full-scale civil defence mock drills are being held across the country on Wednesday to assess India’s preparedness for emergency response.
This comes after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday instructed all states and union territories to carry out the drills to evaluate their preparedness against “new and complex threats.”
The drills are being carried out across major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Gwalior, and Jaipur, focusing on evaluating local response capabilities to security challenges.
In Delhi, a thorough mock drill is taking place at the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Office and at the bustling Khan Market, simulating real-life emergency situations.
In Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, the drill is being carried out in the Sirol area to test the local response capabilities.
In Mumbai, Maharashtra, emergency protocols are being tested at Cross Maidan, while in Pune, a comprehensive Civil Defence Mock Drill is taking place at Council Hall.
Bengaluru, Karnataka, is witnessing the drill at Halsuru Lake, and in Jaipur, Rajasthan, officials are conducting exercises on MI Road, further ensuring that the city is ready to handle any unforeseen threats.
These drills serve as a critical step in evaluating India’s preparedness for handling complex security situations, providing essential insights into the nation’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively.
After the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 Indian tourists, the Government of India announced a nationwide civil defence mock drill on Wednesday.
The MHA directed all states and union territories to carry out the drills, which included simulations of blackouts, air raid sirens, evacuation procedures, and public training sessions aimed at preparing for war-like emergencies.
The civil defence on Tuesday held a meeting with all its employees on the ways to protect citizens in case of an air attack in the city. Along with this, everyone was also given guidelines on protecting the public.
