Nationwide cell broadcast test alert on May 2; people may receive emergency alert on mobile phones

NDMA will conduct a nationwide Cell Broadcast Alert System test on May 2, with citizens in major cities likely to receive emergency test notifications on their phones.

'Extremely Severe Alerts': Indians receive emergency alert on mobile phones. What is it?

The alert titled 'Extremely Severe Alerts' was sent by NDMA. It read, "India, launches Cell Broadcast using indigenous technology, for instant disaster alerting service for its citizens. Alert ...

Received emergency alert on mobile phones? Nationwide cell broadcast test to be held today; citizens urged not to panic

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) will conduct a nationwide test of the Cell Broadcast Alert System on Saturday, May 2, 2026. During this test, your phone might vibrate or blink with a ...

These are the emergency alerts you need to enable on your phone

Keep yourself and your loved ones safe with real-time emergency alerts delivered right to your phone ...

Did your phone beep loudly with an emergency alert today? Here’s why the government sent it

Govt had informed citizens about the launch of an advanced public alerting system on May 2, aimed at enabling timely communication during critical situations.