Deputy Commissioner T. Beneeth gave information.
In view of the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan, the Government of India has given instructions for mock drills and blackouts in some districts of Punjab. Barnala district administration has completed its preparations. Deputy Commissioner T. Beneeth told that on May 7 at 8 pm, Siren will ring and Sh.
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He has appealed to the citizens to close the lights, inverters and generators of homes. During this time street lights will also be closed. Civil defense will examine the functionality and sound of the siren. DC clarified that this is just a practice and there is no need to panic.
The administration has directed that lights of CCTV cameras to be started automatically in case of darkness should also be closed. During the blackout, people have been advised not to get out of their homes and not drive vehicles. Citizens should stay in their homes during this time.