Mock drill in India: What it is and what to expect during the May 7 war-like emergency blackout exercise amid India-Pakistan tensions

Civil Defence Mock Drill: Amidst heightened tensions with Pakistan following a recent terror attack, India will conduct a nationwide civil defence mock drill on May 7, 2025. The exercise, directed by the Ministry of Home Affairs across 244 districts, aims to test civilian readiness for war-like emergencies through simulated blackouts, air raid sirens, and evacuation exercises.