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Indo-Pakistan tensions following a deadly attack that claimed 26 lives, the Union Home Ministry has directed nationwide security drills to be conducted across the country.
Delhi Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions: Union Home Ministry in light of rising Indo-Pakistan tensions after the attack that killed 26 people.
The Delhi government will conduct extensive mock drills at 55 strategic locations on Wednesday, including Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 3, Khan Market, and Birla Vidya Niketan in Pushp Vihar.
The exercise, codenamed ‘Operation Abhyas’, is part of a nationwide drill ordered by the Union Home Ministry following heightened security concerns after the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. The operation aims to evaluate emergency response capabilities in the wake of potential threats stemming from rising tensions between India and Pakistan.
Authorities will simulate a variety of hostile scenarios such as:
- Incoming air raids, with coordinated siren alerts and blackout procedures
- Urban fire and building collapse emergencies
- Search and rescue missions
- Casualty evacuation and temporary hospital setups
- Civilian evacuation to demilitarised zones and underground bunkers
Delhi today, involving all key authorities to test the city’s preparedness for various emergencies. The drill will take place between 4 pm and 7 pm, lasting for approximately three hours. In addition, schools in the capital will be part of the exercise, with timings set from 9 am to noon.
The comprehensive drill will see the participation of civil defense, police, fire, and medical authorities, ensuring a thorough simulation of emergency response procedures. The exercise will culminate in a series of blackouts and sirens across the city, testing the coordination and efficiency of various departments involved. Officials have confirmed that this exercise is aimed at strengthening Delhi’s preparedness for unforeseen crises and enhancing inter-agency collaboration.
Residents and schools are advised to stay alert during the exercise, as this will help ensure that the city remains ready to respond quickly in the event of an actual emergency.
Delhi Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
On the eve of the anticipated exercise, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta assured that the national capital is “completely prepared.” She emphasized, “All activities are being carried out in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Centre.”
The upcoming drill in New Delhi will cover several key locations across the city. In Central Delhi, the drill will take place at Khan Market, Palika Kendra, Charak Palika Hospital, Vasant Vihar D-6 residential colony, and Kendriya Vidyalaya in Delhi Cantonment.
In South Delhi, the Select City Walk mall and the District Court Complex in Saket are among the sites included in the drill. Southeast Delhi will see the drill conducted at Lajpat Nagar Central Market and Apollo Hospital, further ensuring extensive coverage across the capital.
Delhi to Conduct First-of-Its-Kind Air Raid Drill: Enhancing Civil Defence Preparedness
In a bid to strengthen the city’s readiness for hostile scenarios, Delhi is set to conduct its first-ever air raid and war-related civil defence drill. Led by the district magistrates (DMs), the drill will assess the operational effectiveness of the city’s civil defence systems. This exercise, aimed at evaluating preparedness across various levels, comes under the direction of the Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue-cum-Divisional Commissioner.
Officials have revealed that the district magistrates will be responsible for procuring new sirens with a far-reaching capacity. Unlike the existing sirens with a range of just 200-300 meters, the newly planned sirens will cover distances of 4-5 km. This move is aimed at ensuring a more effective and widespread alert system. A total of 500 sirens will be installed across the city to enhance the air-raid warning system.
The government has also collaborated with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to create a detailed blueprint for the drill. This plan will include multi-tier action drills at the city, district, community, and household levels, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will be shared with all relevant departments, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), and institutions.
In addition, the government is rolling out civil defence training for students and civilians, instructing them on essential protective measures during a hostile attack. Public awareness campaigns, including videos outlining safety protocols during blackouts, have already been finalized to help citizens stay informed.
This comprehensive drill is a significant step towards enhancing Delhi’s preparedness for emergency situations, ensuring that residents are well-equipped to respond effectively in case of any hostile scenarios.
Delhi Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
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