Public asked to follow safety protocol, avoid panic during exercise
Anantnag, Apr 22: The District Administration Anantnag has issued a public notice announcing a Civil Defence Air Raid Blackout Mock Exercise to be conducted across the district on April 23, 2026, as part of emergency preparedness measures.
As per the notice issued by District Magistrate Anantnag Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat as per news agency Kashmir News Corner — KNC, the drill will take place at 3:30 PM, followed by a blackout exercise from 08:00 PM to 08:10 PM.
The exercise is aimed at familiarizing the public with emergency response protocols during blackout or crisis situations and assessing the preparedness of both citizens and administration.
The administration has advised the public to strictly adhere to instructions, including switching off all lights and sources of illumination immediately after the siren, covering windows to prevent light leakage, and remaining calm as the exercise is only a mock drill.
Authorities further informed that all essential and emergency services will remain operational during the exercise and urged people to cooperate for its smooth and successful conduct. — (KNC)
