Emergency Mock Drills | On May 29, 2025, India will conduct civil defence mock drills in four border states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir. These drills aim to test emergency response coordination and civilian evacuation strategies in case of cross-border hostilities or terrorist incidents. The exercise involves local civil defence teams, police, disaster response units, and medical staff. It follows Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory strike on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) after the Pahalgam attack on April 22, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians.
What is happening on May 29?
On May 29, 2025, the Indian government will conduct mock drills (practice emergency operations) in four border states:
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Gujarat
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Rajasthan
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Punjab
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Jammu & Kashmir (J&K)
What is a mock drill?
A mock drill is a practice session to prepare for real emergencies. These drills help police, disaster response teams, and citizens know what to do if a serious situation happens, like:
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A terrorist attack
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A war-like situation
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Cross-border firing from Pakistan
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Natural disasters like bomb blasts or emergencies
Why are these mock drills being done now?
These drills are happening because tensions between India and Pakistan have increased recently. Here’s what happened:
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On April 22, there was a terrorist attack in Pahalgam (J&K), in which 26 civilians were killed.
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In response, India carried out a military operation called “Operation Sindoor”, targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoJK).
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After this, the situation along the border became more tense. So, the government wants to stay fully prepared for any emergency.
Who will take part in the mock drills?
Many departments and people will be involved in the mock drills:
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Civil Defence teams – they help guide and rescue people during emergencies
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Local Police
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Disaster Management teams (NDRF, SDRF)
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Medical teams – to provide first aid and care for injured people
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Local government staff
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Residents and volunteers from nearby villages
These drills will include:
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Evacuating people from risky areas
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Rescue operations
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Medical help and first aid training
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Crowd control
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Alert systems and announcements
Why are these states chosen?
These four states are close to the India-Pakistan border, and if any conflict happens, these regions could be the first to be affected. That’s why:
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People living there need to be alert and ready
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Authorities must practice how to respond quickly and efficiently
Is there any danger right now?
As of now, there is no confirmed threat, but the government wants to make sure everyone is ready in case anything happens. These are precautionary (safety) measures, not a sign that war is starting.
Conclusion:
The government is being proactive and careful. These mock drills are meant to save lives and reduce panic if any real emergency comes. They are for safety and awareness, not to cause fear.