Amid growing tensions between India and Pakistan, the Gujarat Civil Defence Department has introduced an advanced war raid siren system powered by Internet of Things (IoT) technology to strengthen its emergency readiness.
Designed to deliver swift and effective alerts in the event of aerial threats, the remote-controlled system marks a significant step in the state’s civil defence strategy.
As part of the initiative, over 1,000 sirens will be strategically installed across both urban and rural areas. These will be linked to a centralised system that allows authorities to trigger all alarms simultaneously or activate them selectively, depending on the nature of the threat.
The sirens will emit two distinct signals. The first will warn of an incoming air raid or missile strike, prompting citizens to take immediate shelter and enforce a blackout-switching off lights to prevent enemy aircraft from identifying civilian areas or potential targets. The second signal will indicate that the danger has passed and normalcy can resume.
This high-tech network forms part of a broader move to reinforce Gujarat’s civil defence infrastructure.
DGP Civil Defence and Director of Home Guards Manoj Agrawal said, “The system can trigger sirens remotely and at multiple locations during emergencies. All district collectors have been instructed to begin the implementation process without delay, and several sirens have already been installed.”
Officials stressed that the sirens are more than just precautionary tools-they are a key component of the government’s commitment to public safety and disaster preparedness. The system will also be integrated into emergency response protocols and training exercises to ensure seamless coordination among local authorities, police, and disaster management teams.
How the system will operate once installed
The IoT-based system uses internet-connected sensors and devices to monitor and control operations from a distance.
It allows real-time data collection and quick response to changes in the environment, making it perfect for urgent alerts like air raids.