May 7 Mega Drill: 259 Locations to Simulate Air Raids and Blackouts

May 7 Mega Drill: 259 Locations to Simulate Air Raids & Blackouts

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India will conduct its largest security preparedness drill since 1971 across 259 locations to simulate emergency response

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The drill will include reactions to air raid sirens, blackout procedures, and emergency civilian actions

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The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 has heightened security awareness and urgency for drills

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Home Secretary Govind Mohan chaired a key review meeting with state officials on civil defence readiness

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Districts notified in 2010 as Civil Defence Zones will host drills many lie near sensitive borders

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States like Punjab, J&K, Rajasthan, West Bengal, and Northeastern regions are under special focus

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India’s civil defence relies on volunteers; states like Delhi and Punjab have robust civic force networks

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The drill will simulate compound threats including blackouts, infrastructure breakdowns, and air attacks

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Citizens will be educated on responding to sirens, blackout safety, and managing essentials during crises

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