Preparing for Air Attacks? Nationwide Mock Drills to Sharpen Civilian Vigilance

National News: After the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, the tension between India and Pakistan has taken a new turn. While India has taken a tough stand against Pakistan at diplomatic, economic and defense level, now preparations have been started on a war footing to ensure the safety of common citizens.

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has directed all the states of the country to organize air red alert mock drills on 7 May. Its aim is to train and prepare citizens in an airstrike or other emergency.

What is the purpose of mock drill?

According to the order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, this mock drill will be a holistic civil security practice that will include the following measures:

• Air Red Siren Testing: Siren, a warning warning of air strike, will be activated.
• Civil training: Students, common citizens and administrative personnel will be informed about how to respond to emergency.
• Blackout Plan: Practices will be done to close the lights in view of the possible night -time possible attacks.
• Security of sensitive bases: Measures to protect major government establishments and plants in time will be tested.
• Testing of withdrawal scheme: There will be a rehearsal of the process of evacuating people safely from crowded places.

Why did this preparation become necessary?

After the attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the central government fears that Pakistan-backed terrorist organizations or other elements may also try to spread instability in other parts of the country. Along with this, the incidence of cyber attack on India's digital infrastructure has also come to light, which is clear that the danger is present not only on the borders, but at every level.

In this context, the mock drill will not only be the examination of the security system, but also a strong medium of public awareness and readiness.

Mock Drill: Practice of Preparation, Response Strength

Mock drill is not just a formality, it shows that the country is mentally and technically prepared to give a befitting reply to any disaster or attack. This practice not only tights the government and administration, but also makes the general public responsible and vigilant.

Security is no longer the subject of army

Now the definition of national security has changed. Common citizens, students, teachers, employees - all are part of it. The mock drill on May 7 is an echo of the spirit that if the country is to be protected, every person will have to be alert and trained.
India is now not only protecting borders, but is a vigilant to protect every corner of the country. This mock drill of May 7 is a symbol of the same determination.