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• A mobile disaster alert system is being trialled in collaboration with the Department of Telecommunications and the National Disaster Management Authority.
• This system is based on common notification protocol and cell broadcast technology.
• The government has clarified that the messages received during the testing are only for testing purposes and citizens should not panic.

The Indian government is testing a new mobile-based disaster alert system across the country. Messages can be sent to citizens’ phones during this test. The government has issued a notification in this regard. The government has said that there is no need to panic after seeing these messages. Because these messages are part of an ongoing test. Its purpose is not to scare people but to convey important information to people.

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Testing is underway by the Department of Telecommunications and the National Disaster Management Authority

The test is being conducted by the Department of Telecommunications. The National Disaster Management Authority has also participated in this trial. Both are working together to further strengthen the mobile disaster information system in the country. It is the objective of the government to provide timely notification to the people in case of any calamity or emergency, so as to prevent damage and increase the safety of the people. (Photo Courtesy – Pinterest)

How this system will work

This alert system will be based on ‘Common Alerting Protocol’ (CAP). The system suggested by the International Telecommunication Union is already operational in all 36 states and Union Territories. With the help of this system, disaster notifications are sent through SMS to mobile users in a particular area. The advantage of this is that an alert is sent to the people in the area where there is danger.

Cell Broadcast Technology

Apart from SMS, cell broadcast technology is also being used now. Through this technology, a message is sent simultaneously to all mobile devices in a particular area. This will alert all people in real-time. This system is considered to be effective in delivering alerts to many people simultaneously in a large area. It is reported that the entire system has been designed and developed by the Telematics Development Centre. This system is considered to be a very good example of ‘Make in India’, in which the country’s technology is used. Before launching this system, the government has tested its reliability and performance.

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Notices issued to the public

During the trial SMS can be sent to your phone in English, Hindi or the language of the respective region. The government has clearly said that ignore this message and don’t panic. This is just a trial run.