Strengthening of Fire and Emergency Services of the Municipal Corporation Jalandhar

“Fire Service” is a State subject and has been included as a municipal function in the XII Schedule of the Constitution of India in terms of Article 243-W. The role of the Fire Services has dramatically changed over the last few years and now the Fire Services respond to hazardous material accidents, advanced emergency medical situations, high angle rescue and confined space rescue incidents, trench and collapse operations, underwater rescue and much more in addition to their conventional role of Fire fighting and Rescue. All these changes have necessitated provisioning of suitable equipment to carry out specialized roles.

The fast pace of industrialization with the extensive use of hazardous materials and increased construction of multi-storied buildings has not only enhanced the risks due to fire accidents but has also put tremendous strain on the operational abilities of Firemen. In addition, in the aftermath of any disaster, the immediate mobilization and deployment of trained fire personnel for search and rescue operations is critical for the survival of disaster-affected victims. The Fire Services have, therefore, to be progressively transformed into Multi-hazard Response Force capable of acting as first responders in all types of emergent situations.

In view of the above, JSCL has procured various high tech equipment under its smart city mission to streamline fire service emergency operations in Jalandhar city for the safety and security of people.