SRINAGAR, April 14 -- The Fire Service Day was observed today at the headquarters of Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES) Batamaloo, here, with the launching of the week-long Fire Service Week to be held across the Union Territory from April 14 to 20, 2026.
Led by Director Fire & Emergency Services, Alok Kumar, the officers and personnel paid floral tributes to martyrs of the historic Bombay Dock Explosion of 1944, commemorated annually as Fire Service Day. A two-minute silence was observed for the fire fighters who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
Addressing the ceremonial function, Alok Kumar said the week aims to promote fire prevention, preparedness and public safety awareness. This year's theme is "Safe School, Safe Hospital & ...