New Delhi, May 9 -- The Directorate of Civil Defence, under the Delhi government, carried out the testing of air raid sirens at the PWD (Public Works Department) headquarters, located at ITO, on Friday.

Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma was also present at the spot during the testing of the air raid sirens.

Speaking to reporters, Verma emphasised the preparations of the NCT (National Capital Territory) government, stating that similar 40-50 sirens will be installed at high-rise buildings in Delhi in 1-2 days, adding that these sirens have a range of 8 kilometres.

Delhi Minister further highlighted that control of these sirens is under National Disaster Management and would be controlled by a single command centre.

Verma stated, "The work o...