India, May 11 -- The Delhi government on Saturday continued its push towards preparing the national capital for any contingencies, with chief minister Rekha Gupta urging departments to enhance coordination and readiness even as tension between India and Pakistan appeared to have de-escalated by evening following a ceasefire announcement.

Hours before the ceasefire was declared, Gupta chaired a high-level review meeting with heads of major departments and instructed them to remain on alert, stressing that Delhi must be equipped for all emergencies - regardless of how the geopolitical situation unfolds.

"The government's priority is to ensure the safety of every citizen and the uninterrupted availability of essential services," Gupta said...