Civil defence mock drills: The Government of India is enhancing its

The Government of India is enhancing its civil defence capabilities amid rising tensions with Pakistan. A nationwide civil defence mock drill is scheduled for May 7, 2025 A nationwide emergency preparedness exercise on 7 May 2025 across 244 districts in India, following the Pahalgam attack on 22 April 2025. The drill involved air-raid siren tests, blackout simulations, evacuation drills , and public training sessions to bolster civilian readiness against potential hostile threats. Explained: MHA Orders Civil Defence Mock Drill Across Multiple States On May 7 After Pahalgam Attack; Here's What It Means The mock drill will unfold across multiple levels, from districts to ... A Civil Defence Mock Drill is a simulated emergency exercise designed to evaluate and enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of various civil defence agencies and the general public during emergencies such as natural disasters, air raids, or hostile attacks.