what is emergency alert message today in india

On October 10, 2023, the Indian government sent a nationwide emergency alert message to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the countrys new emergency alert system, which is being deployed by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) . The message was sent through the Cell Broadcasting System by the Department of Telecommunication, Government of India, and was titled "Emergency alert: Extreme". The message was designed to capture immediate attention and was accompanied by a loud buzzer-like sound. The message stated that it was a sample testing message and no action was required from the recipients end. This was the sixth time that users received the "Emergency Alert - Severe" message since August, and each message serves as a crucial step in refining the Emergency Alert Systems effectiveness. The Cell Broadcast Alert System aims to enhance public safety and provide timely alerts during emergencies.