India launches C-DOT cell broadcast disaster alert system
India launched a Cell Broadcast Alert System developed by C-DOT in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), according to an official statement cited on May 2, 2025.
- India launched a Cell Broadcast Alert System for emergency and natural disaster warnings.
- C-DOT developed the system in collaboration with NDMA.
- Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the system, the statement said.
Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the Cell Broadcast Alert System, according to the official statement. The statement said the system was developed indigenously by C-DOT.
The National Disaster Management Authority collaborated with C-DOT on the Cell Broadcast Alert System, according to the statement. The statement also said the launch took place under the guidance of Home Minister Amit Shah.
The stated purpose of the Cell Broadcast Alert System is to warn mobile phone users about emergencies and natural disasters. The source description did not provide technical details, deployment scope, operator participation, or launch timing beyond saying it was launched "today" in the official statement.
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