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The Print
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
MHA asks states, UTs to invoke emergency procurement powers under Civil Defence Rules
In the letter issued, considering the last night attacks by Pakistani forces in Jammu and Jaisalmer regions, the provision also authorizes the use of local authority funds for such emergency measures, giving them precedence over other financial obligations. Highlighting Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, the Ministry in a letter titled 'augmentation of civil defence measures in the states/UTs' reminded that state governments are empowered to undertake all necessary actions for the protection of people and property, and to ensure the uninterrupted functioning of vital services during a hostile attack. New Delhi: In light of the current security environment and the threat of hostile attacks, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has urged all states and Union Territories (UTs) to augment civil defence measures under the Civil Defence Act and Rules of 1968. In the communication, the Ministry has requested that 'states and UTs invoke Section 11 and grant emergency procurement powers to their respective Directors of Civil Defence.' This step is aimed at enabling swift and efficient implementation of precautionary and protective measures. 'In the current hostile attack scenario, I would like to draw your kind attention towards Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, which inter-alia empowers he State Governments, to take such measures, which in the opinion of the state government necessary for the protection of persons and property from injury or damage, or for ensuring the due maintenance of the vital services, in the event of hostile attack. The funds of the local authority shall be applicable to the payment of the charges and expenses Incidental to such compliance, and priority shall be given to such compliance over all other duties and obligations of the local authority,' reads the letter. 'I shall be grateful, if Section 11 of the CD Rules, 1968, can be invoked and necessary Emergency Procurement Powers to the Director Civil Defence of your state and UT, may be granted so that efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures can be implemented.' Officials emphasized that timely action and preparedness at the state and local levels are essential to mitigate the impact. The call to strengthen civil defence measures follows a serious security incident along the India-Pakistan border as Pakistan on Thursday night launched a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks along India's western border, targeting regions in Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan. According to Indian defense officials, the attacks were largely intercepted by India's air defense systems, including the S-400 missile defense system, preventing significant damage. These strikes were reportedly in retaliation to India's Operation Sindoor conducted earlier this week, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists on April 22. The escalating conflict has led to heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating airspace. The situation remains volatile, with international calls for restraint and diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation. This report is auto-generated from the ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. Also read: We can defeat Pakistan without war. Operation Sindoor's India's strongest reply to Pahalgam
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Amit Shah reviews security preparedness; civil defence authorities in States to be given emergency procurement powers
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday (May 9, 2025) met the chiefs of the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) amid heightened tensions at the western border in the wake of Operation Sindoor. The Directorate of Civil Defence, under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has written to all States to grant emergency procurement powers to civil defence authorities in light of the current security environment and the threat of hostile attacks. Follow Operation Sindoor updates on May 9 The BSF is deployed along the western border and the CISF is deployed for securing vital installations including airports. The minister reviewed the security preparedness as Pakistan continued aerial attacks along the western border in J&K, Punjab and Rajasthan. Highlighting Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, the Directorate in a letter titled 'augmentation of civil defence measures in the states/UTs' reminded that State governments are empowered to undertake all necessary actions for the protection of people and property, and to ensure the uninterrupted functioning of vital services during a hostile attack. The provision authorises the use of local authority funds for such emergency measures, giving them precedence over other financial obligations. The communication said that States and UTs invoke Section 11 and grant emergency procurement powers to their respective Directors of Civil Defence. 'In the current hostile attack scenario, I would like to draw your kind attention towards Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, which inter-alia empowers the State Governments, to take such measures, which in the opinion of the state government necessary for the protection of persons and property from injury or damage, or for ensuring the due maintenance of the vital services, in the event of hostile attack. The funds of the local authority shall be applicable to the payment of the charges and expenses Incidental to such compliance, and priority shall be given to such compliance over all other duties and obligations of the local authority,' reads the letter. 'I shall be grateful, if Section 11 of the CD Rules, 1968, can be invoked and necessary Emergency Procurement Powers to the Director Civil Defence of your state and UT may be granted so that efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures can be implemented.'
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First Post
09-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Centre asks states to activate emergency powers: What does this mean?
Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Home Ministry has directed chief secretaries and administrators of all states and Union Territories to invoke the emergency powers granted to them under the Civil Defence Rules. But why is this happening? How will this help? read more The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered states to activate emergency powers granted by Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968. Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Centre has asked states to activate emergency powers. The Home Ministry has directed chief secretaries and administrators of all states and Union Territories to invoke the emergency powers granted to them under Civil Defence Rules. But what does this mean? And how will this help? Let's take a closer look: What happened? As per News18, the Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered states to activate emergency powers granted by Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968. 'In the current hostile attack scenario, I would like to draw your kind attention towards Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, which inter-alia empowers he State Governments, to take such measures, which in the opinion of the state government necessary for the protection of persons and property from injury or damage, or for ensuring the due maintenance of the vital services, in the event of hostile attack,' the letter read. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I shall be grateful, if Section 11 of the CD Rules, 1968, can be invoked and necessary Emergency Procurement Powers to the Director Civil Defence of your state and UT, may be granted so that efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures can be implemented,' it added. As per The Times of India, the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, fall under the Civil Defence Act. They were created to help India's civilian population and infrastructure speedily respond to attacks— be they from air, land, sea. How will this help? As per News18, this lets state governments Undertake vital steps to protect people Allows that essential services such as power and communication remain during an emergency Cut red tape to purchase equipment required for civil defence. This decision will allow officials to quickly buy Emergency lighting and generators Protective equipment for first responders Communication devices Water purification units Rescue gear and first aid materials Barricades and shelters The Centre can also Ban light displays to guard against aerial or night-time attacks: Ban or regulate lights in the streets Can mandate vehicles screen or cover their lights Halt traffic on certain roads As per ABP News, the government can also order people to be evacuation, procure accommodation for them, put up soldiers in a particular area, commandeer water supply from private owners and protect the ports. Officials emphasised that timely action and preparedness at the state and local levels are essential to mitigate any impact from attacks. The government had earlier ordered mock drills to be conducted on May 7. School students take shelter during mock drills amid India Pakistan tension, in Jammu, May 6, 2025. AP The call to strengthen civil defence measures follows a serious security incident along the India-Pakistan border as Pakistan on Thursday night launched a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks along India's western border, targeting regions in Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan. According to Indian defense officials, the attacks were largely intercepted by India's air defense systems, including the S-400 missile defense system, preventing significant damage. These strikes were reportedly in retaliation to India's Operation Sindoor conducted earlier this week, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists on April 22. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The escalating conflict has led to heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating airspace. The situation remains volatile, with international calls for restraint and diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation_._ With inputs from agencies
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
MHA writes to states, UTs to strengthen Civil Defence measures amid hostile threats
New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): In light of the current security environment and the threat of hostile attacks, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has urged all states and Union Territories (UTs) to augment civil defence measures under the Civil Defence Act and Rules of 1968. Highlighting Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, the Ministry in a letter titled 'augmentation of civil defence measures in the states/UTs' reminded that state governments are empowered to undertake all necessary actions for the protection of people and property, and to ensure the uninterrupted functioning of vital services during a hostile attack. In the letter issued, considering the last night attacks by Pakistani forces in Jammu and Jaisalmer regions, the provision also authorizes the use of local authority funds for such emergency measures, giving them precedence over other financial obligations. In the communication, the Ministry has requested that 'states and UTs invoke Section 11 and grant emergency procurement powers to their respective Directors of Civil Defence.' This step is aimed at enabling swift and efficient implementation of precautionary and protective measures. 'In the current hostile attack scenario, I would like to draw your kind attention towards Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, which inter-alia empowers he State Governments, to take such measures, which in the opinion of the state government necessary for the protection of persons and property from injury or damage, or for ensuring the due maintenance of the vital services, in the event of hostile attack. The funds of the local authority shall be applicable to the payment of the charges and expenses Incidental to such compliance, and priority shall be given to such compliance over all other duties and obligations of the local authority,' reads the letter. 'I shall be grateful, if Section 11 of the CD Rules, 1968, can be invoked and necessary Emergency Procurement Powers to the Director Civil Defence of your state and UT, may be granted so that efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures can be implemented.' Officials emphasized that timely action and preparedness at the state and local levels are essential to mitigate the impact. The call to strengthen civil defence measures follows a serious security incident along the India-Pakistan border as Pakistan on Thursday night launched a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks along India's western border, targeting regions in Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan. According to Indian defense officials, the attacks were largely intercepted by India's air defense systems, including the S-400 missile defense system, preventing significant damage. These strikes were reportedly in retaliation to India's Operation Sindoor conducted earlier this week, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists on April 22. The escalating conflict has led to heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating airspace. The situation remains volatile, with international calls for restraint and diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation. (ANI)
Mint
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
India-Pakistan Conflict: MHA writes to states, UTs to strengthen Civil Defence measures amid hostile threats
In light of the current security environment and the threat of hostile attacks, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has urged all states and Union Territories (UTs) to augment civil defence measures under the Civil Defence Act and Rules of 1968. Highlighting Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, the Ministry in a letter titled "augmentation of civil defence measures in the states/UTs" reminded that state governments are empowered to undertake all necessary actions for the protection of people and property, and to ensure the uninterrupted functioning of vital services during a hostile attack. In the letter issued, considering the last night attacks by Pakistani forces in Jammu and Jaisalmer regions, the provision also authorises the use of local authority funds for such emergency measures, giving them precedence over other financial obligations. In the communication, the Ministry has requested that "states and UTs invoke Section 11 and grant emergency procurement powers to their respective Directors of Civil Defence." This step is aimed at enabling swift and efficient implementation of precautionary and protective measures. "In the current hostile attack scenario, I would like to draw your kind attention towards Section 11 of the Civil Defence Rules, 1968, which inter-alia empowers he State Governments, to take such measures, which in the opinion of the state government necessary for the protection of persons and property from injury or damage, or for ensuring the due maintenance of the vital services, in the event of hostile attack. The funds of the local authority shall be applicable to the payment of the charges and expenses Incidental to such compliance, and priority shall be given to such compliance over all other duties and obligations of the local authority," reads the letter. "I shall be grateful, if Section 11 of the CD Rules, 1968, can be invoked and necessary Emergency Procurement Powers to the Director Civil Defence of your state and UT, may be granted so that efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures can be implemented." Officials emphasised that timely action and preparedness at the state and local levels are essential to mitigate the impact. The call to strengthen civil defence measures follows a serious security incident along the India-Pakistan border as Pakistan on Thursday night launched a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks along India's western border, targeting regions in Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan. According to Indian defense officials, the attacks were largely intercepted by India's air defense systems, including the S-400 missile defense system, preventing significant damage. These strikes were reportedly in retaliation to India's Operation Sindoor conducted earlier this week, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists on April 22. The escalating conflict has led to heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating airspace. The situation remains volatile, with international calls for restraint and diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation.
