NEW DELHI: Ferozepur Cantonment on Sunday night carried out a 30minute blackout rehearsal amid mounting tensions between India and Pakistan.
The exercise, which took place from 9pm to 9:30pm, aimed to test preparedness for implementing blackout procedures during periods of increased security threats.
The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) cut off power for 30 minutes while hooters were sounded continuously throughout the drill.
Deputy commissioner Deepshikha Sharma assured that the exercise was part of routine preparedness and specified there was no need to panic. "The administration is fully alert and ready to respond if required," she said.
As part of security measures, the local police, led by DIG Harmanbir Gill , focused on monitoring anti-social elements, known offenders, and smugglers. Vigilance was boosted at toll barriers, and social media activity was under active surveillance.
The Border Security Force also stepped up its patrols along the international border, while the Punjab Police established checkpoints at key locations as a precautionary measure.
The exercise, which took place from 9pm to 9:30pm, aimed to test preparedness for implementing blackout procedures during periods of increased security threats.
The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) cut off power for 30 minutes while hooters were sounded continuously throughout the drill.
Deputy commissioner Deepshikha Sharma assured that the exercise was part of routine preparedness and specified there was no need to panic. "The administration is fully alert and ready to respond if required," she said.
As part of security measures, the local police, led by DIG Harmanbir Gill , focused on monitoring anti-social elements, known offenders, and smugglers. Vigilance was boosted at toll barriers, and social media activity was under active surveillance.
The Border Security Force also stepped up its patrols along the international border, while the Punjab Police established checkpoints at key locations as a precautionary measure.
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