India Set for Nationwide Mock Drills on May 7 Amid Heightened Security

New Delhi, May 6, 2025 – India is preparing for a major civil defence mock drill across the country on May 7, with over 250 locations—including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Lucknow—gearing up for coordinated emergency response exercises.

According to Business Today, the drill is part of a national effort to strengthen disaster and emergency preparedness at a time when regional tensions are running high. Officials say the exercises are designed to ensure readiness across public spaces and key infrastructure points.

The Ministry of Home Affairs, in its official communication, explained that the drills will cover various emergency scenarios, from natural disasters to possible security threats, aiming to tighten coordination between local and national response teams.

In an interview with Times of India, a senior official from the Ministry emphasized, “Preparedness saves lives,This exercise is as much about deterrence as it is about readiness”

For residents, the security buildup is already visible. Delisha Kumar, a journalist at Yuvoice from Delhi, noted, “I’ve definitely seen a higher police presence around my neighborhood in the last couple of days. They’ve put up more barriers than usual too.” Pritica Kohli, a resident of West Delhi shared, “Nothing major yet, but tomorrow they’re saying barricades will be at seven places around me—just saw it on ABP News.”The New Indian Express reported that around 244 drill sites have been confirmed, with activities expected to include full-scale response simulations in busy areas. Authorities have assured citizens that there is no cause for alarm, encouraging everyone to cooperate fully during the drills.