Srinagar, Nov. 10 -- Fire incidents across Jammu and Kashmir are a recurring reminder that disaster prevention is as important as emergency response. Every major blaze leaves behind a trail of destruction-damaged buildings, lost property, disrupted livelihoods and, tragically, human lives. Yet, the question remains: why does the administration continue to respond after fires occur rather than prevent them through systematic planning?Jammu and Kashmir urgently needs a comprehensive, time-bound fire safety audit of government buildings, educational institutions, hospitals, offices, warehouses, commercial establishments and public infrastructure. The exercise must identify structural weaknesses, faulty electrical installations, inadequate fi...