India begins civil defense drills amid tensions with Pakistan

The Indian government has begun a major civil defense exercise across the country amid ongoing tensions with Pakistan. (https://t.me/yenisafak_ru/28362) The exercises have been scheduled in 244 areas assessed as vulnerable by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

It is reported that measures such as testing air raid alarms, temporarily shutting down power supplies, and checking evacuation protocols are being implemented as part of the exercises.

Some training has already begun in Kashmir, with schoolchildren practicing defensive positions and locals preparing underground bunkers.