The Mumbai Fire Brigade has taken serious action against a residential building in Jogeshwari after a thorough inspection revealed alarming safety deficiencies that could endanger residents' lives.
Officials discovered that the building's automatic fire detection and alarm system was completely non-functional, creating a dangerous scenario where early warning of fire would be impossible. Additionally, the fire pump—a critical component for firefighting operations—was found to be defective and unusable during emergencies.
Multiple Safety Failures Uncovered
The inspection team identified several other critical violations that compromise the building's emergency preparedness:
- Obstructed and inaccessible fire escape routes
- Serious lapses in overall fire safety management
- Inadequate maintenance of essential firefighting equipment
These findings represent a clear violation of the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act, which mandates strict adherence to fire safety protocols in all residential and commercial buildings.
Strict Compliance Timeline Set
The Mumbai Fire Brigade has issued a firm deadline, requiring the building management to rectify all identified deficiencies within 30 days. Failure to comply could result in severe consequences, including potential legal action and revocation of the building's occupation certificate.
This enforcement action comes as part of the fire department's ongoing campaign to ensure building safety standards across Mumbai, particularly in densely populated residential areas where fire incidents could have catastrophic consequences.
Local residents have expressed concern over the findings, emphasizing the urgent need for building management to prioritize resident safety and immediately address the identified fire hazards.
