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Delhi govt cancels leaves, installs air raid sirens amid reports of drone attacks in Jammu | Delhi News

Delhi govt cancels leaves, installs air raid sirens amid reports of drone attacks in Jammu | Delhi News

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As drone attacks were reported in Jammu and along the International Border via Pakistani drones on Thursday, the leaves of all government officials in Delhi have been cancelled. In an order, the Services department said, “In view of the prevailing situation and preparedness for the emergency response system, the Competent Authority has directed that no leave shall be granted to any Officer/Official of the Government of NCT of Delhi, till further orders.” This includes doctors and staff in Delhi government hospitals as well. Story continues below this ad The Delhi Police headquarters also directed that no leaves will be given to its personnel till further orders. District Magistrates (DMs) across the city, meanwhile, have been asked to ensure that air raid sirens are installed across the Capital by Friday. The Delhi Airport has an existing system in place. Till late Thursday evening, both electrical and manual sirens were installed in Dwarka, Uttam Nagar, Najafgarh and Kapashera. According to sources, all DMs were ordered to work through the night to ensure directions are followed and preparations …

States, UTs hunker down for civic defence exercise | Latest News India

States, UTs hunker down for civic defence exercise | Latest News India

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Authorities across India geared up to hold the widest set of civil defence drills in the country in nearly half a century on Wednesday as New Delhi firmed up its response to Islamabad in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. States, UTs hunker down for civic defence exercise Officials selected schools, airports, malls, residential buildings and busy public spots to conduct the decentralised drills that will focus on air raid warning sirens, rescue of people, communication systems and training civilians to respond in the event of an attack. The drill will be held across the 244 civil defence districts in the country. In Delhi, the drill is expected to begin at 4pm with air raid sirens going off at 55 designated locations across the Capital, including Khan Market, Terminal 3 of the Delhi airport, the Saket district court complex and Lajpat Nagar central market. A second round of the drill involving possible power outages is also being planned around 7pm but no final decision has been taken, said officials. “Delhi …

Blackout, Air Sirens, And More: What Happens In May 7 Security Drills? Dos And Don’ts Explained

Blackout, Air Sirens, And More: What Happens In May 7 Security Drills? Dos And Don’ts Explained

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Last Updated:May 06, 2025, 21:51 IST Officials have advised the public to keep essential items ready, such as first-aid kits, torches, candles, and some cash in case digital payment systems fail Members of disaster management carry an injured during a mock drill. (AP file photo) India is set to conduct a nationwide civil defence mock drill on Wednesday, 7 May, across 244 districts. This large-scale exercise comes amid heightened tensions with Pakistan following the terror attack in Pahalgam last month. The drill will simulate wartime scenarios, including air raid sirens, blackouts, and emergency response protocols. It marks the first national-level civil defence preparedness activity since the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The Union Home Ministry had on Monday instructed all states and Union Territories to carry out the drill, citing “new and complex threats” following the 22 April attack in Pahalgam, where 26 people were killed. Here’s what you need to know and what to do during the May 7 mock drills: For Blackout Action Plan Preparation Steps For Citizens: Install thick blackout curtains or blinds on …

From Jammu To Tamil Nadu, Nuclear Cities, Border Zones On Alert As India Runs Civil Defence Drills

From Jammu To Tamil Nadu, Nuclear Cities, Border Zones On Alert As India Runs Civil Defence Drills

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Last Updated:May 06, 2025, 17:36 IST Civilians and officials across Jammu, Lucknow, Puri, New Delhi and other districts are taking part in civil defence drills after MHA’s directive to states. Jammu & Kashmir SDRF personnel conduct a mock drill at Dal Lake, a day before the nationwide mock drills ordered by the Ministry of Home Affairs, in Srinagar. (IMAGE: PTI) From Uttar Pradesh to Tamil Nadu, officials across the country on Tuesday have already begun to check wartime preparedness, a day ahead of the planned security drills as tensions remain heightened between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terrorist attack. The Union Home Ministry has asked states to conduct civil defence drills on May 7, Wednesday, but some states have already begun practicing drills and checking wartime preparedness. Drills and security checks were performed across the length and breadth of the nation. With school students doing air raid simulations in Jammu to air raid sirens being put to test in Lucknow, officials are preparing civilians for any kind of emergencies that may arise if …

‘Preparedness Push, Not A Panic Call’: What Does The May 7 Civil Defence Drill Entail?

‘Preparedness Push, Not A Panic Call’: What Does The May 7 Civil Defence Drill Entail?

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Last Updated:May 05, 2025, 23:52 IST District magistrates will update their list of civil defence volunteers starting May 7 and update their contact numbers in case of an emergency for quick deployment. A soldier takes position during a mock drill along the Line of Control in Nowshera, Jammu. (IMAGE: AP PHOTO) Amidst the uncertainty over what action India might take against Pakistan following the deadly attack on civilians by terrorists in Pahalgam, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday asked several states to conduct mock drills “for effective civil defence on May 7″. DG Civil Defence Vivek Srivastava said that the mock drill would be a pan-India exercise. In an exclusive conversation with CNN-News18, Srivastava said: “We have been doing these civil defence drills in districts on a regular basis but this time it will be pan-India. The exercise could spread out over a couple of days”. Authorities, however, said that this was not meant to cause panic but to help India revisit the civil defence SOP for any eventuality. The last time a …

Maharashtra launches emergency operation centre for effective use of tech during disasters | Mumbai News

Maharashtra launches emergency operation centre for effective use of tech during disasters | Mumbai News

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday inaugurated the state-of-the-art State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) which aims to use new technology effectively for disaster management. “Due to climate change, the nature, intensity and frequency of disasters are changing. Therefore, it is necessary to emphasise on ‘mitigation’ and immediate response after incidents. It is important to have a strong ‘command and communication system’ for disaster management, and this center will be useful for taking decisions quickly and providing quick response,” said Fadnavis. The new SEOC includes bezel-free video wall, high capacity audio visual conferencing, data servers, high-speed computers, satellite phone, ham radios, LED video walls  and wireless sets, which can be used for timely response and coordination among all the systems during a disaster. Story continues below this ad Ground-based Electro-Optical Deep Space Surveillance (Geo-DSS) is also implementing a “change detection” process based on AI and machine learning. This process is based on satellite imagery and will make it easier to understand the situation at the disaster site in near real time, assess the damage and …