Goa, April 25 -- Goa conducted a full state-level mock drill on April 25, 2025, simulating the impact of a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm along its coastline. This was part of a major disaster preparedness initiative led by the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) in coordination with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The exercise aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of disaster response mechanisms, review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and District Disaster Management Plans, and strengthen inter-agency coordination ahead of the monsoon season.

Senior officials, including Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Revenue) and SDMA Chairperson Sandip Jacques, IAS, and the district collectors, monitored the operations from Emerge...