Mock Drill Participation Urged by Collector

Jaisalmer,  During a video conference chaired by Chief Secretary Sudhansh Pant, preparations for the nationwide mock drill titled “Operation Abhyas” were discussed in detail with all District Collectors and administrative officials. The mock drill is scheduled for Wednesday, 7 May, under the guidance of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

District Collector Pratap Singh, along with CEO Rashmi Rani, Additional District Collector Parsa Ram, and SDM Saksham Goyal, joined the meeting virtually with other departmental officers.

The Chief Secretary emphasized that this civil defense mock drill is a key opportunity to teach safe behavior during emergencies not just to administrative, police, and health personnel, but also to common citizens.

Collector Pratap Singh has instructed that all standard operating procedures (SOPs) laid down for the drill be strictly followed. He has appealed to all residents of the district to participate actively and not to panic during the drill, viewing it instead as a learning opportunity to understand safety protocols for emergency scenarios.

The mock drill will simulate a “aerial attack situation”, including a blackout rehearsal during nighttime. The Collector noted that this national exercise aims to test the preparedness for quick emergency responses, optimal resource management, and inter-departmental coordination, with participation down to the village level being critical.

He further highlighted that the purpose is not only to assess administrative readiness but also to sensitize and train citizens—particularly students and youth—on disaster management and safety measures.

During the drill, systems such as air raid warning mechanisms, hotline/radio links, functioning of control rooms, blackout readiness, medical, logistics, and fire-fighting arrangements will be practiced. The Collector specifically urged participation from NCC, NSS, Scout-Guide units, and students from schools and colleges to help them become reliable community supporters during crises.

All citizens, educational institutions, voluntary organizations, and government officials have been requested to contribute responsibly and actively to make the district resilient in disaster management.

Important Note by the Collector:
A 5-minute siren will sound during the mock drill to signal an aerial attack. People are urged not to panic and treat it as part of the simulation.

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