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India Completes Blackout Drill in Punjab, Prepares for Nationwide Emergency Exercises

A 30-minute blackout rehearsal was successfully conducted in Ferozepur Cantonment on May 4 as part of India's broader civil defence measures following the Pahalgam terror attack.

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Punjab cantonment preps for 30-minute blackout drill amid 'prevailing war threats'
The drill is a safety and emergency preparedness measure, the board stated, adding that people should cooperate. (HT File)

Overview

  • The Ferozepur Cantonment conducted a 30-minute blackout drill on May 4, suspending electricity and vehicular movement to test emergency preparedness.
  • Residents were instructed to prevent any external light visibility, while hooters sounded and police maintained heightened security during the exercise.
  • The drill follows the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 people and escalated tensions between India and Pakistan.
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs has directed all states to conduct nationwide mock drills on May 7, including air raid siren tests and evacuation rehearsals.
  • India has implemented punitive measures against Pakistan, including visa bans and border closures, while granting armed forces operational freedom to respond to the attack.