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In view of a possible military escalation between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, the Odisha government has begun early preparations for civil defence exercises across the state.
Preliminary information confirms that mock drills will be held in 12 sensitive locations on 7th May 2025, in line with a national directive issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Among the sites selected for the drills are several areas marked as strategically sensitive, including Chandipur in Balasore, Dhamra, and the state capital of Bhubaneswar.
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