‘This is a test message’: India launches new emergency messaging system for citizens
India launched its Cell Broadcast messaging system using indigenous technology for instant disaster alerting service, testing it with a notification sent to almost all citizens on Saturday at 11:42. The system is to be used during times of crises or emergency situations, such as natural disasters or wars.
India has launched its Cell Broadcast messaging system using indigenous technology for instant disaster alerting service. The Centre sent a notification with a siren alert to almost all citizens on Saturday at 11:42 to test the system. The message read: 'India, launches Cell Broadcast using indigenous technology, for instant disaster alerting service for its citizens. Alert citizens, safe nation. No action is required by the public upon receipt of this message. This is a test message. – Government of India.' The Department of Telecommunication stated that this initiative reflects a continued commitment to building a more responsive and resilient communication ecosystem for citizens across the country. The system is to be used during times of crises or emergency situations, such as natural disasters or wars.
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