Operation Shield: Rajasthan's Civil Defence Blackout Drill
Rajasthan will conduct a blackout and mock drill across all 41 districts as part of 'Operation Shield', a civil defence exercise. Led by the Directorate of Civil Defence, the initiative aims to improve emergency response systems. The state aligns with Union guidelines for similar drills across India's western regions.
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Rajasthan is set to experience a significant civil defence exercise as all 41 districts prepare for a blackout and mock drill on Thursday, according to officials.
The Directorate of Civil Defence has instructed district collectors and magistrates to ensure the smooth execution of 'Operation Shield', designed to evaluate the state's emergency response capabilities.
Jagjit Singh Monga, Director of Civil Defence, stated that the exercise follows directives from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to ensure better coordination among government agencies during emergencies. Similar drills are to be conducted in other states and Union Territories near India's western border.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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