Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to establish a new civil defence network, addressing outdated systems and evolving security threats beyond conventional warfare.
The announcement was made in his Independence Day address
Aug 15, 2026
10:56 am
What's the storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced plans to set up a new civil defense network across India.
The announcement was made during his address on the 80th Independence Day from the Red Fort.
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