The district administration in Rajasthan's Barmer has stepped up preparations ahead of a major mock drill scheduled for May 7, with officials and residents actively participating in civil defence measures.
Amid heightened nationwide alert, Central Railway carried out a joint mock drill at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) involving RPF, GRP, MSF, and Home Guards. The operation, which featured sniffer dogs and security equipment, aimed to demonstrate readiness and reassure passengers
Lt Gen KJS Dhillon (Retd) on Tuesday reassured citizens ahead of mock drills scheduled on Wednesday and said that such exercises were a routine practice in border areas and aimed at public safety.
Odisha Additional Chief Secretary Satyabrata Sahoo chaired a review meeting on Tuesday with senior officials and Superintendents of Police (SPs) of respective districts following directives from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Civil Defence Mock Drill on May 7.
Union Home Ministry has asked several states to conduct mock drills on May 7 to enhance Civil Defence effectiveness. The measures to be undertaken include operationalisation of Air Raid Warning Sirens and training of civilians, students, and others on Civil Defence aspects to protect themse
In a social media post on X, Srinagar Police wrote, "Through Directorate of SDRF & Civil Defence Kashmir. Public Advisory: Civil Defence Mock Drill. To enhance the Civil Defence preparedness for emergencies, a Civil Defence Mock Drill will take place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 4:00
In view of the planning of the mock drill to be held in Gujarat tomorrow, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi held a meeting on Tuesday and the proposed action plan was reviewed.
The University of Mumbai announced that all examinations scheduled for May 7, 2025, will be held on time. Authorities have been directed to ensure smooth conduct and prevent confusion among students, as per the Examination Department's circular.
A day ahead of national mock drills scheduled for May 7, Dr PRS Chetan, Civil Defence, the Additional Chief Officer and Commanding Officer of the Quick Response Team on Tuesday said that the locations of the mock drills are awaited.
The cities include state capital Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur and Katni. The drills aim to simulate protective measures in case of attack or disaster, with special focus on safeguarding citizens.
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Tuesday urged citizens to participate in mock drills called by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) across various cities in India.
A nationwide mock drill is scheduled for May 7, 2015, across 244 districts. The BJP Parliamentary Party office has directed all BJP MPS to take part in the drill as ordinary citizens and cooperate with the local administration. Each MP will participate in their respective constituency.