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India Launches Operation Shield Amid Rising Border Tensions

5/30/2025

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On May 29, India will launch civil defense mock drills in five border states—Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir—reflecting rising tensions with Pakistan. Named Operation Shield, these exercises are designed to evaluate emergency readiness against terrorist threats and rehearse responses to air raids and wartime challenges, ensuring the nation is prepared for any crisis.

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On May 29, India will launch civil defense mock drills in five border states—Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir—reflecting rising tensions with Pakistan. Named Operation Shield, these exercises are designed to evaluate emergency readiness against terrorist threats and rehearse responses to air raids and wartime challenges, ensuring the nation is prepared for any crisis.