Archive · 18 Jun 2025
KMC Markets Face Scrutiny Over Poor Fire Safety After Blaze
Many markets in Kolkata, run by the city government, are not safe from fires.
This was shown after a fire at one market.
The markets have dangerous wires, and some passages are blocked.
Some markets have no fire alarms or sprinklers.
One market had tarps that could help a fire spread quickly.
Other markets have products blocking the way.
Some markets have better systems.
This lack of safety puts many people at risk.
KMC markets lack fire safety measures, putting lives at risk.
Hanging wires and blocked passages exacerbate the dangers.
The Orphangunge Market fire highlighted poor safety in city markets.
New Market and Gariahat Market have inadequate fire safety provisions.
Lake Market has better safety measures compared to others.
- Who
- KMC officials, market traders, and residents.
- What
- A review of Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) markets revealed inadequate fire safety measures.
- When
- The fire safety issues were highlighted after a fire at Orphangunge Market.
- Where
- KMC-operated markets in Kolkata.
- Why
- To emphasize the need for improved fire safety measures in city markets to protect lives and property.
Traders/Public Concern
KMC Response
Fire Safety
Traders/Public Concern
Lack of safety measures endangers lives.
KMC Response
KMC officials have admitted the issue exists
- Number of KMC Markets
- 52
- Incident
- Fire at Orphangunge Market
- Locations with issues
- New Market, Gariahat Market, College Street Market
- Market with Better Safety
- Lake Market
Sources
Minister defends response to Kolkata blaze, rejects water shortage, equipment failure charges
KMC hands over compensation forms to fire-hit traders of Orphangunge Market in Kidderpore - Telegraph India
Suvendu at Kidderpore market, talks of conspiracy
