Agencies test response readiness
Srinagar, Apr 30: A multi-agency counter-terrorist exercise was conducted at Srinagar international airport on Thursday to test emergency response and coordination among security forces, officials said.
As per the details available, the CISF-led drill, in coordination with CRPF, police, AAI, BCAS and other stakeholders, simulated real-time scenarios to assess preparedness, communication and evacuation procedures under the airport’s counter-terror contingency plan.
It said the exercise evaluated response protocols through the coordinated deployment of specialized units, real-time scenario simulation and comprehensive testing of actions as per the Counter-Terrorist Contingency Plan, including communication channels, evacuation drills, and inter-agency coordination mechanisms.
“Such exercises play a vital role in enhancing operational readiness by identifying potential gaps, strengthening response capabilities through practical training and reinforcing collective vigilance and synergy among all airport security stakeholders,” said an official—(KNO)
