Civil Defence Mock Drills

The Union Home Ministry has directed several states to conduct civil defence mock drills on 7th May 2025 to assess preparedness against hostile attacks and emergency situations.

Key Points

Purpose of Mock Drills: Aimed at evaluating civil defence preparedness and enhancing response mechanisms among civilians and institutions.
Key Activities:
- Operationalization of Air Raid Warning Sirens
- Civil defence training for civilians and students
- Implementation of crash blackout measures
- Camouflaging of vital installations
- Updating and rehearsing evacuation plans
Ministry Directive: The drills are to help states improve their readiness for emergencies, simulating hostile scenarios to strengthen public awareness and institutional coordination.