**Title:** Kerala Government Sets Up Control Rooms Amid India-Pakistan Tensions
**Meta Description:** Kerala establishes control rooms to assist residents amid rising India-Pakistan border tensions, ensuring safety and support for Malayalis.
**URL Slug:** kerala-control-rooms-india-pakistan-tensions
**Headline:** Kerala Government Responds to India-Pakistan Border Tensions with Control Rooms
In light of the increasing tensions along the India-Pakistan border, the Kerala government has taken proactive measures by establishing control rooms at the Secretariat and the Non-Resident Keralites Affairs (NORKA) department. This initiative aims to provide support to Malayalis and students from the state living in the border areas. The decision follows directives from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, prompted by recent cross-border hostilities.
A statement from the Chief Minister’s Office reassured the public, emphasizing that there is currently no cause for alarm. The government has urged residents in the affected regions to remain calm, adhere to official guidance, and reach out for assistance if needed.
**Contact Information for Kerala Assistance Centre:**
– **Secretariat Control Room:**
– Phone: 0471-2517500, 0471-2517600
– Fax: 0471-2322600
– Email: cdmdkerala@kerala.gov.in
– **NORKA Global Contact Centre:**
– Toll-Free: 18004253939
– Missed Call (from abroad): 00918802012345
The establishment of these control rooms comes in response to a series of drone and munition attacks launched by Pakistani armed forces across the western border during the night of May 8–9. Indian forces successfully repelled these attacks, as confirmed by the Indian Army. Additionally, reports indicate multiple ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.
These developments follow India’s missile strikes under Operation Sindoor on May 7, which targeted nine terrorist locations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and across Pakistan. This action was taken in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that resulted in 26 fatalities.
As the situation evolves, the Kerala government remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents in the border regions.
**FAQ:**
**What should residents do if they need assistance during the border tensions?**
Residents are encouraged to remain calm, follow official instructions, and contact the Kerala assistance centre for support if needed.
