Updated On: 11 May, 2025 02:08 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
During the mock drill, citizens are requested to remain calm, refrain from believing in rumours, avoid taking selfies, and strictly follow the instructions provided by the authorities

A siren will be sounded at 4 PM to alert citizens during the drill. Representational Pic
Following the Union Ministry of Home Affairs' directives, a mock drill named “Operation Abhyas” is being conducted to evaluate emergency preparedness. The drill is scheduled for May 11, 2025, at 4 PM at Lodha Amara, Kolshet Ground, Thane.
This mock drill is being conducted under the guidance of District Collector and Civil Defence Controller Ashok Shingare, Additional District Collector Harishchandra Patil, Resident Deputy Collector Dr. Sandeep Mane, and Sub-Divisional Officer Urmila Patil, along with Civil Defence Deputy Controller Vijay Jadhav. The initiative is being taken by Tehsildar Umesh Patil.