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On December 23, 2025, the Telangana government, in coordination with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), conducted a state-level mock exercise to enhance disaster preparedness. The exercise focused on responding to floods across 12 districts and industrial accidents in five districts and at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The objectives included assessing and strengthening disaster preparedness, operationalizing response systems, evaluating coordination between departments, and defining roles and responsibilities. The flood drills improved understanding of flood risks, tested warning systems, and identified gaps in emergency procedures. Industrial accident exercises emphasized mutual aid, tested emergency procedures, and assessed alarm systems. Officials emphasized the need for better coordination, enhanced community awareness, and regular training.
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Telangana Conducts Large-Scale Disaster Preparedness Mock Exercise
HYDERABAD, December 23, 2025 – The Telangana government, in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), conducted a comprehensive state-level mock exercise on Monday aimed at bolstering the state’s readiness for floods and industrial accidents.
The exercise, prompted by recent climate challenges and industrial incidents, spanned 12 districts prone to flooding and five districts, along with the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, focusing on industrial disaster response.
The primary goal was to evaluate and strengthen disaster preparedness, operationalize incident response systems, assess coordination among various departments, and clearly define the roles of key entities, including the State Disaster Management Authority and the State Disaster Response Force.
Flood drills improved the understanding of flood risk indicators, tested early warning systems, and highlighted gaps in emergency procedures. The industrial accident simulations emphasized mutual aid among industries during emergencies, tested standard operating procedures, and assessed the functionality of alarm and communication systems.
“These exercises are crucial for ensuring our preparedness and coordination in the face of potential disasters,” stated a government official. “They underscore the importance of timely evacuations, enhanced community awareness, and regular training for all responders.”
The exercises also identified the need for stronger coordination with external agencies like fire services and medical teams, prompting a review and strengthening of both on-site and off-site emergency plans. The Telangana government says it plans to analyze the results to further improve its disaster response capabilities.
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