Question : FIRE ACCIDENTS IN DELHI



(a) whether the Government have prepared any plan to prevent fire accidents in Delhi; and

(b) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI CH. VIDYASAGAR RAO)


(a) & (b): Yes, Sir. The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi envisage to strengthen Delhi Fire Service during the 10th Five Year Plan period by, inter alia, establishment of new fire stations; procurement of new fire fighting vehicles and equipment; operationalisation of Hazmat vans to manage disaster situations; and imparting of intensive training to the staff.