Fire safety in public buildings remains a critical issue in India. Despite the existence of robust guidelines under the National Building Code (NBC), lack of […]
Unabated Fire Accidents in India: A Call for Comprehensive Fire Safety Reforms
In recent months, India has witnessed a series of devastating fire accidents, including incidents in a Delhi factory, Mumbai’s Kamala Mills rooftop hotels, and Madurai’s […]
Strengthening Fire Safety in India: Lessons from Recent Incidents
In recent months, fire safety in India has been thrust into the spotlight due to several tragic incidents. Notably, the fire accident at a game […]
An Analysis of Failures Leading to Fire Accidents in Hospitals; with Specific Reference to India
Abstract Fire can be especially dangerous when it occurs in hospitals because many patients in any typical hospital are not physically fit enough to quickly […]
Case Study: Shreeji International Export Shoe Manufacturing Fire Incident
Overview: M/s Shreeji International, located in Jeoni Mandi, Agra, was a renowned export shoe manufacturing unit. On May 24, 2002, tragedy struck when a fire […]
Takshashila Fire: A Case Study of Tragedy and Lessons Learned
Introduction Surat, famously known as Diamond City, is one of the fastest-growing cities in India, renowned for its vibrant culture and economic prowess. On May […]