Emergency alert system tested in India

Описание: Indian govt sends severe emergency alert to mobile users, here is what you need to know

The Indian government tested its emergency alert system today by sending a sample message to smartphones nationwide, with users receiving a flash message reading 'emergency alert: severe'.

In Short

The Indian government conducted a test of its emergency alert system by sending a sample message to smartphones across the country.

The message included a loud beep and a flash that read 'emergency alert: severe'.

Recipients were informed it was just a test and no action was required.

The Indian government conducted a test of its emergency alert system today by sending a sample message to multiple smartphones. Users across the country received a loud beep and a flash that read 'emergency alert: severe'. This message is part of a pan-India emergency alert system being implemented by the National Disaster Management Authority to enhance public safety and provide timely alerts during emergencies.

The flash message was sent around 1:30 PM IST today to subscribers on Jio and BSNL users through the Cell Broadcasting System by the Department of Telecommunication (C-DOT). It informed the recipients that it was a test and no action was required on their end.