Ghaziabad Plans War Bunkers: Civil Defense Seeks Basement Data for 'Operation Sindoor'

• Civil Defense Ghaziabad plans to convert all basements into bunkers and shelter homes for emergencies and war-like situations.
• District administration (DM) has been requested to provide complete data of all basements in the district.
• The initiative follows 'Operation Sindoor' last year, aiming to provide safe havens during 'blackout' or attacks.
• Bunkers will be equipped with first aid kits, fire fighting systems, drinking water, dry food, generators, and hygiene essentials.
• NH-9 underpasses are also being considered as potential shelter homes, with Civil Defense contacting GDA, Municipal Commissioner, PWD, and NHAI.

Why It Matters: Ghaziabad is preparing for emergencies by converting basements and NH-9 underpasses into equipped bunkers.