On May 7, 2025, multiple indian states and union territories are engaging in mock blackout drills as a part of a nationwide civil defense preparedness workout.
Those blackouts, ranging from 10 to half an hour, are designed to simulate emergency situations and take a look at public readiness. Residents are advised not to panic, follow commands, and treat the interest as a precautionary practice session.
country-clever BLACKOUT TIMINGS FOR SAFETY MOCK DRILLS
Delhi (NDMC vicinity)
8:00 PM to 8:15 PM
A 15-minute blackout will take place inside the New delhi Municipal Council place.
Blackout in New delhi place from 8:00 to 8:15 pm as a part of the drill; Rashtrapati Bhavan, the PM's house, and hospitals are exempt.
Maharashtra (BARC Colony, Trombay, Mumbai)
8:00 PM onwards (duration unspecified)
Blackout suggested at BARC Colony in Anushakti Nagar, Mumbai.
Timed with countrywide-stage preparedness sports.
Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow police Line)
7:00 PM onwards
A mock blackout drill will start at 7 PM inside the police station location.
Be aware: No blackout will arise citywide.
Punjab (SAS Nagar—Mohali)
7:30 PM to 7:40 PM—District-wide Blackout
A 10-minute blackout could be performed to camouflage essential installations.
Chandigarh (Union Territory)
7:30 PM to 7:40 PM
Town-extensive voluntary blackout for 10 minutes.
Scientific centers excluded, they must only cover home windows with thick curtains.
Public advisory issued for emergency prep and protection.
Punjab (Ferozepur Cantonment)
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Entire blackout rehearsal in Ferozepur Cantt.
Because of tensions at the India-Pakistan border, a 30-minute mock blackout is being held. Humans are requested not to use inverter or generator lighting fixtures outdoors at some point in this drill.
Punjab (Amritsar)
10:00 PM to 10:30 PM—full town blackout
Evacuation drills at excessive-upward-push homes, observed by blackout.
Faridabad
7:50 pm to 8:00 pm
KEY NOTES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Do not panic now—it's a drill.
Keep away from using phones or torches near windows.
Follow siren alerts (long = alert; short = all clear).
Flip off all lights and power backup systems throughout the blackout.
Maintain emergency kits, flashlights, and ID playing cards equipped.
Do not use elevators between 7 and 8 PM.
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