Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to conduct regular fire audits in hospitals, hotels, schools, industrial establishments and multi-storey buildings across the state, while ensuring strict compliance with fire safety standards.
The directions were issued during a review meeting of the Fire and Emergency Services Department in Lucknow on Monday, 8 June, according to a statement by the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s Office.
CM Yogi also instructed the department to ensure the availability of equipment and resources required for high-rise buildings, as urban centres across the state continue to witness increasing vertical development.
The chief minister directed officials to further simplify the fire No Objection Certificate (NOC) system and make it more transparent and time-bound, keeping in view the requirements of investment and industrial projects.
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During the review, officials informed the chief minister that 326 permanent fire stations are currently operational across 296 of Uttar Pradesh’s 350 tehsils.
Another 26 fire stations are ready for inauguration, while construction is underway on 25 more centres. Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) are also being prepared for 47 proposed fire stations.
The state government is also establishing Specialized Rescue Groups (SRGs) within the Fire and Emergency Services Department. Preparations have been completed for setting up the units in 10 districts during the first phase.
According to the statement, Uttar Pradesh has achieved its target of preparing Agnimitra and Agnisachetak volunteers in all blocks of the state.
In the next phase, a dedicated web portal and mobile application will be developed for the programme.
Civil Defence, Home Guards and PRD units will also be integrated into the initiative.
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