Bengaluru witnessed a total of 2,289 fire accidents so far in 2023

12% increase in fire accidents in city as compared to previous year

Bengaluru sees at least 5-6 major fire accidents every year

Bengaluru has witnessed a total of 2,289 fire accidents so far in 2023, marking a 12% increase from the previous year.

Among the incidents was the recent fire outbreak at a hookah bar in Koramangala, which is just one of many such occurrences this year.

Authorities attribute the rise in fire incidents to negligence and the lack of safety measures in various establishments, including restaurants, godowns, cracker shops, and old buildings.

According to officials, owners often initially adhere to fire safety protocols, but fail to maintain them over time, leading to dysfunctional fire extinguishers, blocked exit doors, and hazardous storage of gas cylinders, among other violations.

Every year, the city experiences at least 5-6 major fire accidents, prompting the department to undertake awareness campaigns, conduct mock drills, and enforce safety regulations.

Officials have also emphasized the need for the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to refrain from granting licenses to businesses that have not obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Fire and Emergency Services Department.