Tue May 06 07:10:00 UTC 2025: ## India Launches Nationwide Defence Drills Amidst Rising Tensions with Pakistan
**NEW DELHI** – India has initiated nationwide civil defence drills across 244 districts on May 7th. The large-scale exercises come amidst heightened tensions with Pakistan, prompting concerns about potential escalation. The drills, encompassing various scenarios including blackouts and emergency shelter procedures, aim to test the country’s preparedness for a range of security threats. While official statements haven’t directly linked the drills to the Indo-Pak situation, the timing is seen as significant given the recent increase in cross-border activity. Further details regarding the scope and specific objectives of the exercises are expected to be released in the coming days.
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