‘Operation Shield’

• 31 May 2025

On 1st June, 2025, India will carry out large-scale civil defence mock drills under ‘Operation Shield’ across key border states to assess emergency readiness amid rising security concerns.

Key Points

• Operation Shield: Simulated hostile scenarios including air raids, blackouts, and emergency responses will be conducted to test preparedness.
• Targeted Regions: Drills will take place in Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, and Chandigarh, focusing on areas near the LoC and International Border.
• Objective: The aim is to improve inter-agency coordination, identify gaps, and boost public awareness in high-risk regions.
• Follow-Up to May 7 Drill: Insights from the nationwide exercise held earlier this month informed the design and scope of ‘Operation Shield’.