The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has taken enforcement action against 919 hotels and guest houses for failing to meet fire safety standards. The notices, issued recently, require establishments to comply with safety norms immediately or risk permanent closure. Key infractions cited include blocked exits, absence of fire extinguishers, and unauthorized electrical wiring. Hotel owners have expressed worries about the economic impact, but the city stresses the need for prompt corrective measures.
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Kolkata Issues Closure Notices to 919 Hotels Over Fire Safety Breaches
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has issued closure notices to 919 hotels and guest houses for violating fire safety regulations. The notices, issued on a recent date, demand immediate compliance or face permanent shutdown. Key violations include blocked exits, missing fire extinguishers, and unsafe electrical installations. Hotel owners have raised concerns about the impact on tourism and the local economy, while the city urges swift remedial action.
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Kolkata Issues Closure Notices to 919 Hotels Over Fire Safety BreachesPhoto via Indian Express — Kolkata
