Operation Shield: Strengthening Civil Defence in Western India
The government will conduct the civil defence exercise 'Operation Shield' in states and Union territories near the western border to prepare for air raids and missile attacks. The exercise will involve local administration, military stations, and youth volunteers to enhance preparedness against hostile attacks.
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The government has announced a civil defence exercise named 'Operation Shield' in response to potential threats along the western border. Scheduled for Thursday, the drill will encompass states and Union territories such as Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat. This initiative aims to streamline resistance to air raids and missile attacks.
The Directorate General of Fire Service and Home Guards will oversee the exercise, calling upon local administrations and stakeholders to participate actively. Youth volunteer organizations, including NCC and Bharat Scouts & Guides, will man services, aiding civil administration during the mock drills.
Past events, such as the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, prompted India to conduct Operation Sindoor targeting terror camps. Identifying critical gaps in defence measures, the first operation led to strategic improvements, paving the way for a comprehensive 'Operation Shield' on May 29 across all affected districts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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