India, May 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Reinforcing its commitment to ensuring safe healthcare environments, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in partnership with all States and Union Territories and in coordination with relevant Central Ministries and Departments, commenced the nationwide observance of Fire Safety Week from 4th May to 10th May 2026.
The observance was inaugurated with a nationwide pledge ceremony on the theme "Fire Safety in Health Facilities," led by the Union Health Secretary, Smt. Punya Salila Srivastava, reaffirming the collective commitment of healthcare institutions and stakeholders towards strengthening fire prevention, preparedness, and response systems.
Addressing the occasi...