Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday directed several states to carry out mock drills on Wednesday. These drills will involve activating air-raid warning sirens and training civilians in civil defence measures for protection during a ‘hostile attack’. India will conduct a nationwide Civil Defence Mock Drill on 7 May 2025 across 244 districts to boost emergency preparedness. Know drill timings, districts, activities, and public guidelines. Context: Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, the central government has directed all States and Union Territories to conduct mock drills on May 7, and strengthen civil defence mechanisms across Civil Defence Districts in the event of a hostile attack. Explained: MHA Orders Civil Defence Mock Drill Across Multiple States On May 7 After Pahalgam Attack; Here's What It Means The mock drill will unfold across multiple levels, from districts to ...
