RAIPUR, June 25 -- Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered a comprehensive review and special safety audit of multi-storey residential complexes, commercial establishments, coaching institutes, hotels and other public buildings across the state, an official statement said.

Sai's directions come against the backdrop of a deadly fire on June 22 in Lucknow's Aliganj area that killed 15 people.

Sai has directed officials to ensure strict compliance with fire and building safety norms to prevent similar tragedies. "Any issue related to the safety of citizens, students and the general public is the government's top priority," Sai said in the statement

Following the chief minister's directions, chief secretary Vikas Sheel has i...