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Gurugram is set to conduct a major emergency preparedness mock drill across Haryana involving multiple government departments and rescue teams. The drill will simulate complex emergency scenarios including air raid warnings, blackouts, and rapid response protocols. Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar emphasized that the exercise is designed to test and improve the district's emergency readiness. Citizens are advised to cooperate and follow official instructions during the drill.

Key Points: Gurugram's Massive Emergency Preparedness Mock Drill Unveiled

  • Comprehensive mock drill covering 11 Haryana districts
  • Emergency response teams staged at Tau Devi Lal Stadium
  • Blackout and evacuation procedures to be tested
  • Coordinated response involving multiple government departments
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Gurugram admin to conduct mock drill tomorrow

Haryana conducts comprehensive disaster response drill in 11 districts to test emergency preparedness and public safety protocols

"The objective is to test alertness during air raid warnings and ensure proper emergency response - Ajay Kumar, Deputy Commissioner"

Gurugram, May 6

To ensure public safety during emergency situations, a mock drill will be conducted in Gurugram under the directions of the Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday, officials said.

This mock drill will be organised in 11 districts across Haryana.

The Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority-cum-Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar held a meeting with departmental officers in Gurugram to discuss the precaution on Wednesday.

He told them that the mock drill will take place at designated locations across the district.

At 4 p.m., a loud siren will be sounded to alert the public.

For this drill, the command control area-cum-emergency operations centre will be established at the Mini Secretariat's conference hall.

A staging area for dispatching relief teams to the affected sites will be set up at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium.

Five rescue teams, headed by a task force manager, will be stationed there.

These teams will include ambulances, doctors, nurses, fire brigades, police officers, Civil Defence volunteers, and other essential resources for rescue operations.

Kumar said that the objective of the mock drill is to test the alertness during an air raid warning system and ensure proper functioning of main and auxiliary control rooms, review evacuation plans and execution during emergencies as well as assess actions during blackout to ensure preparedness in real scenarios.

The Deputy Commissioner told us that as per the mock drill procedure, a scheduled blackout will be observed in the district on Wednesday night.

He urged citizens to switch off their home lights and cooperate with the drill as well as people are advised to stay indoors during the blackout.

Kumar said the administration is utilising all major mediums to spread awareness.

Schools have been instructed to inform students during morning assemblies about blackout precautions, he added.

The resident welfare associations and key institutions are also being contacted to ensure the success of this drill, he said.

He reassured citizens that there is no need to panic -- the purpose of the exercise is to evaluate the preparedness of all concerned departments and test the rapid response system.

Citizens are expected to follow the instructions issued by the administration during the drill, the Deputy Commissioner added.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Good initiative by Gurugram administration! 🇮🇳 In today's uncertain times, such preparedness drills are essential. Hope they conduct them regularly across all cities. Just one suggestion - they should announce the siren timing more prominently on local TV channels too.
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Priya M.
As a Gurugram resident, I appreciate this effort but wonder how effective it will be when most people are unaware. Saw no posters in my sector. Administration should use WhatsApp forwards and SMS alerts too - that's how most Indians get information these days!
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Amit S.
Mock drills are necessary but the blackout timing could cause issues for small businesses and street vendors. Hope the administration has considered this aspect. Otherwise, full marks for planning - the inclusion of schools and RWAs shows proper thinking.
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Neha T.
Finally some proactive steps! 👏 After seeing what happened in Ukraine and other conflict zones, we need such preparedness. My kids' school has already informed us about the drill - good coordination between departments. Hope other states follow Haryana's example.
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Vikram J.
While the intention is good, I worry about panic among elderly citizens when they hear the siren. The administration must ensure clear communication that this is just a drill. Maybe use the words "practice alert" instead of "air raid warning" to avoid unnecessary fear.
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Sunita R.
As a working professional, I'm concerned about the blackout timing coinciding with office hours. Many IT companies operate late in Gurugram. Hope the administration coordinates with corporate offices too. Otherwise, great to see disaster preparedness being taken seriously!

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