On May 7, 2025, the Indian government will conduct a mock drill across the country to check how ready we are for emergencies like war, air raids, or other attacks. This drill comes after rising tensions with Pakistan and recent violent events in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has asked all states and Union Territories to take part.
Why is the drill happening?
After a deadly attack in Jammu and Kashmir and military activity by Pakistan, India wants to make sure that its emergency and civil defence systems are fully prepared. This mock drill will help find out if our systems work and where improvements are needed.
What will happen during the mock drill?
The drill will test many important areas:
Air Raid Warnings: Making sure sirens and alarms work well to alert people.
Communication Tests: Checking that government teams and the Indian Air Force can talk quickly and clearly during an emergency.
Control Room Checks: Making sure control rooms are ready and have backup systems.
Public Safety Training: Schools and local groups will learn how to stay safe and react if there’s an attack.
Blackout Practice: Lights may be turned off in some areas to practice staying hidden during possible air raids.
Protecting Key Buildings: Testing ways to hide or protect important places like power stations and hospitals.
Emergency Team Response: Firefighters, rescue teams, and safety volunteers will show how quickly they can respond if something goes wrong.
Evacuation Practice: Some areas will test moving people to safer places to see how fast and organized it can be.
How does it help?
This isn’t just a routine drill. It’s a way to make sure that every city, town, and even village is ready if something serious happens. It also helps train people and teaches them what to do in an emergency.
What should people do?
Stay calm.
Follow instructions from local officials.
Learn the safety steps being shared during the drill.
Don’t panic—this is just a practice for our safety.
Be prepared, not scared.
Stay informed and help keep your community safe.