SAS Nagar, November 7 - Municipal Corporation Mayor Mr. Amarjit Singh Jiti Sidhu has said that advance arrangements are being made to control fire incidents keeping Diwali festival in mind. He said while personally visiting the fire station of the city to ensure minimum response time and immediate response of fire and rescue vehicles during any fire incident during the festivities, he said that During these days, immediate action should be taken if any fire is reported anywhere, the employee is always present on duty. On this occasion, Senior Dity Mayor S. Amrik Singh Somal and Deputy Mayor S. Kuljit Singh Bedi was also present.

We want to ensure that our city remains safe for all residents and visitors during Diwali celebrations, he said. During the Mayor's visit to the fire station, Mayor Sidhu thoroughly inspected the fire fighting arrangements and facilities and asked for immediate and effective action in case of untoward situations. Emphasizing the need to increase vigilance and preparedness during this festive season, he directed the fire station personnel to be ready to render assistance across the city at a moment's notice.

The Mayor directed that all Station Fire Officers should ensure regular inspection of busy markets, cracker sites and vulnerable areas under their respective area jurisdictions to avoid any accidents in the public interest and to ensure fire fighting and life safety. To ensure proper implementation of the measures.

On this occasion, the issue of lack of required personnel was raised by the staff of the fire department, on which the mayor said that he would approach the government regarding this and solve the issue.