Operation Abhyas: A Mock Drill for National Preparedness

Authorities conducted a large-scale civil defence mock drill named 'Operation Abhyas' across various city locations on Wednesday. This comes as part of a nationwide preparedness directive by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The drill aimed to simulate emergency scenarios, including firefighting, medical emergencies, and rescue operations from high-rises.

The exercise was executed with precision shortly after a siren blew. Civil defence personnel, alongside police, fire, and emergency services, swiftly initiated rescue and crisis management actions. Officials confirmed that the drill spanned approximately 30 minutes, with an extended demonstration session restricted to the Fire and Emergency Services campus in Halasuru.

Karnataka's state administration, coordinated with the Central Defence and Home departments, organized the mock operation, highlighting public safety guidelines. In parallel, Home Minister G Parameshwara underscored the surge in national tensions following incidents in Kashmir, advocating for heightened public awareness amidst the looming war shadow over India and Pakistan.

(With inputs from agencies.)