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Disaster Drill: Nursing College Evacuated in Blackout
2 Apr
Summary
- A mock evacuation drill was conducted at a nursing college with a complete blackout.
- Multiple agencies coordinated rescue and evacuation operations during the exercise.
- The drill aimed to test civil defence readiness in potential disaster scenarios.
A comprehensive mock drill commenced at Rajkumari Amrit Kaur College of Nursing, initiating a complete blackout across the campus at 8:10 PM on April 2, 2026. The exercise involved the coordinated evacuation and rescue of approximately 250 students and staff. This civil defence drill was mandated by the directorate of civil defence, with prior circulars instructing magistrates across 13 Delhi districts to conduct similar exercises.
The drill simulated an air raid warning, followed by a crash blackout and the response of various civil defence services. Students, having received basic preparedness guidance the day prior, experienced a realistic disaster simulation. Sirens and sudden darkness prompted students to evacuate their rooms, moving towards designated assembly points where rescue teams facilitated their safe gathering on the grounds.
Simulated casualties, marked by bandages, were promptly attended to by medical teams and transported to waiting ambulances. Officials emphasized the drill's importance given current global conflicts and Delhi's vulnerability. Observers noted the efficient management of traffic and the visible presence of ambulances and fire brigades, fostering public confidence in inter-agency coordination during emergencies.
