New Phone Alert System Aimed At Protecting Lives During Disasters: Jyotiraditya Scindia

New Phone Alert System Aimed At Protecting Lives During Disasters: Jyotiraditya Scindia

The minister said the system does not depend on mobile data or user databases and works across all telecom operators

India tests new emergency alert SMS for all citizens, it works without SIM card: Explained

India sent a trial emergency alert to phones nationwide using cell broadcast technology. The test showed warnings can reach compatible devices in a location, including some without active SIM cards.

SACHET Sends Nationwide Severe Alert, Millions Receive Test Alarm

Saturday, May 2, 2026: Millions of mobile users across India woke up to a sharp alert “Extremely Severe Alert.”” on their phones this Saturday, but there was no cause for alarm. The Government of India has officially launched its homegrown Cell Broadcast emergency alert system, sending out a nationwide test message marked “Extremely Severe Alert.” The notice reassured citizens that no action was needed. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alongside U…

Govt tests cell broadcast alert system for disasters

The government of India has issued a nationwide “extremely severe” alert as part of a test of its new cell broadcast system for disaster warnings. The message states that the service uses indigenous technology to deliver instant alerts to citizens. Authorities clarified that no action is required, as the notification is only a trial. The initiative aims to strengthen public safety through rapid, direct communication during emergencies. The Depar…