The Delhi government’s fire department has the “best equipment” to fight fire incidents, Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot said on Wednesday, and he assured people in the national capital that they are in “safe hands”.
Gahlot was attending an event organised by the Delhi Fire Services that showcased the modern equipment procured by the department.
“Since 2015, we have been infusing funds into the fire department so that it is strengthened in every aspect. We have the latest technology and the best equipment, be it the mini robot, turntable ladders, or refabricated hydraulic platforms.
We have been coming up with the latest state-of-the-art training facilities, and more funds are being sanctioned,” the minister said.
Noting that the ability of a city to respond quickly to fire incidents shows how prepared its government is to mitigate any disaster; Gahlot said the people of Delhi are in safe hands.
“I think Delhiites don’t need to worry at all; they are in safe hands. The (Arvind) Kejriwal government has, since 2015, been taking care of every aspect. We have the best officers and the best equipment. There is no need to worry at all,” he added.
21 fire tenders rush to douse fire in east Delhi’s Gandhi Nagar
New Delhi: A major fire broke out at a plywood factory Wednesday morning in east Delhi’s Gandhi Nagar area, officials said.
According to fire officials, information about the blaze was received at 4.07 am, following which 21 fire tenders were rushed to the spot. The fire has been brought under control, and cooling operations are underway. Currently, 21 fire tenders are working to control the blaze. Fortunately, no injury has been reported so far,” Rajendra Atwal, Divisional Officer, Central Division, had earlier said.
