The 'Familiarisation Exercise Programme', conducted from April 1 to April 15, aims to improve coordination and response capabilities during natural and man-made disasters, an official release stated

The blaze erupted at a unit located in the Anand Nagar area around 5.45 pm. Officials said the fire also caused a foul smell to spread across the area due to the presence of chemicals at the plant. The cause of the fire is not yet known