OCTOPUS fine-tunes tactics after reviewing 18 mock drills
Telangana Police's elite anti-terror unit, OCTOPUS, has refined its tactical procedures after conducting 18 mock drills across various locations in Hyderabad. The review focused on improving response times and coordination for hostage and terror scenarios.
Why it matters
Continuous training and tactical refinement are essential for maintaining national security and public safety in high-risk urban environments.
From room-clearing operations and hostage rescue procedures to the deployment of specialised equipment, Telangana Police’s elite anti-terror unit OCTOPUS has reviewed and refined its tactics after conducting 18 mock exercises at vulnerable locations in and around Hyderabad during the first five months of 2026.
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