On May 2, mobile phones across India beeped simultaneously, prompting panic among citizens. However, it was a trial of the government's disaster alert system.
The alert came with a message from the Government of India, stating it was a test message and no action was required from the public.
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) launched an advanced public alerting framework in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Ministry of Home Affairs.
The test was conducted to enable timely communication during critical situations and to deliver accurate information during disasters.
A similar nationwide test was conducted in February this year, when iPhone and Android users reported receiving a 'Test Alert' notification accompanied by a loud beep.
