Bhubaneswar, Sept 15: The Odisha Fire Services Department has gone into action mode ahead of the upcoming festive season, initiating surprise inspections across multiple commercial and public establishments in the capital city of Bhubaneswar to review fire safety readiness.
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Special inspection teams comprising senior fire officials are carrying out thorough checks at various hotels, shopping malls, hospitals, and multiplexes. The drive focuses on evaluating whether these high-footfall, multi-story buildings possess valid fire safety certificates and strictly adhere to mandated safety guidelines.
During the raids, officials are meticulously testing critical fire-fighting infrastructure—including automatic water sprinklers, fire pumps, hose pipes, and fire extinguishers—to ensure they are fully operational. Inspection teams are also verifying emergency exit routes, evacuation plans, and other emergency protocols.
Fire department officials confirmed that the crackdown will expand to cover other commercial entities and institutions across the city in the coming days, with a strict review of fire licenses and safety compliance standards.
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The proactive measures come in the wake of a recent major fire incident in Delhi, prompting Odisha fire authorities to heighten vigilance. With heavy crowds expected during the festivities, the department is prioritizing stringent enforcement to prevent any potential fire hazards and ensure public safety.
