Anti-terror mock drills in Delhi on June 17-18, citizens advised to stay calm
Each drill location will simulate different terror scenarios, allowing agencies to practise rapid deployment, area sanitisation, public communication, and neutralisation of threats. The entire exercise will be closely monitored by senior officials to ensure effectiveness and draw key learnings.Authorities have urged the public to remain calm, extend cooperation, and not fall for rumours or misinformation during the drills. The officer further noted that the mock drills will be closely monitored to ensure operational efficiency.Public movement may be temporarily restricted in certain areas during the drills, but officials said disruptions will be minimal and controlled. Announcements and advisories will be issued in advance wherever needed.Last mock drills were conducted in May across the country at over 250 locations to test emergency readiness, weeks after the military conflict between India and Pakistan. The drills focused primarily on practising and training for the first-response to situations such as air raid sirens and blackouts.The drills in May were carried out as tension between India and Pakistan remained high following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. These exercises were the first of their kind since 1971.- EndsTune InMust Watch
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