India, Feb. 20 -- The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) has denied fire safety clearance to two commercial establishments in general pool residential accommodation (GPRA) colonies in Nauroji Nagar and Sarojini Nagar, citing lapse in firefighting infrastructure and emergency preparedness.

In a letter issued on February 17, DFS stated that its officers conducted an inspection to verify compliance with fire safety requirements at a unit in the World Trade Centre building in Nauroji Nagar on February 2.

According to the letter, the inspection found critical lapses, including that the hydrant line was found dry without water and the hydrant coupling and nozzle from hose reel was also found missing. The letter further noted that exit signages were als...