2022-12-30 Fri

Due to the country's fast industrialization and modernization, the security of life and property in such a society must be created in such a way so that there is no loss of life or property damage without suitable fire protection measures being implemented. During the British occupation of India formal fire services were established in Bombay and Calcutta. The Great Fire of Bombay occurred in 1803 and established the first nucleus of the fire service.

The 14th of April is marked as Fire Services Day around the country to honour all brave firefighters. Fire Service Week is celebrated from the 14th to the 20th of April, with demonstrations and simulated exercises, as well as exhibitions and conferences, stressing fire safety and prevention.

Department of Posts has released a commemorative postage stamp on 150 years of Indian Fire Services.

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