India, May 18 -- Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary flagged off 80 high-tech vehicles for the state Fire Services Department during a programme held at Gandhi Maidan in Patna.

The newly inducted fleet includes 36 Scorpio SUVs along with other advanced emergency response vehicles aimed at strengthening firefighting and rescue operations across Bihar.

Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary and minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav were also present during the flag-off ceremony.

Following the launch, fire personnel conducted a live demonstration of firefighting and rescue operations, simulating a fire incident in a multi-storey building. Rescue teams showcased emergency evacuation procedures using ladders and specialised equipment to eva...