Archive · 28 Jan 2026
Hyderabad Enhances Fire Safety Measures
Hyderabad is getting a new fire station in Amberpet to help with emergencies.
The city is also starting to check buildings to make sure they are safe from fires.
Officials will look at shops and big buildings to ensure they follow fire safety rules.
People can report any fire hazards to a special number.
The goal is to prevent fires and keep everyone safe.
A new fire station will be constructed in Amberpet to enhance emergency response capabilities.
HYDRAA will begin inspections of commercial and residential structures to ensure fire safety compliance.
Priority areas for inspections include furniture stores, textile shops, and large commercial establishments.
Business owners must ensure fire extinguishers, sprinklers, and alarms are functional and not block exits.
Residents can report fire hazards directly to the HYDRAA control room at 90001 13667.
- Who
- Hyderabad Disaster Management and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), DG Fire Disaster Response, Emergency and Civil Defence, District Fire Officer T. Venkanna
- What
- Construction of a new fire station in Amberpet and tightened fire safety inspections
- When
- Imminent, with directives issued recently
- Where
- Hyderabad, particularly Amberpet and adjoining areas
- Why
- To strengthen emergency response capabilities and improve fire safety coverage
- New Fire Station Location
- Amberpet
- Fire Safety Inspections
- Commercial and residential structures
- Priority Areas for Inspections
- Furniture stores, textile shops, large commercial establishments
- Reporting Fire Hazards
- HYDRAA control room at 90001 13667
- Key Officials
- HYDRAA commissioner A.V. Ranganath, District Fire Officer T. Venkanna
