The UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu on May 27, 2024, issued a directive to all the restaurants, hotels, guest houses, and gaming zones related to fire safety.
The following has been stated:
• Fire Safety Compliance:
o All such institutions/agencies shall ensure compliance with fire safety regulations as per the relevant guidelines and standards.
o All such institutions are directed to undergo an immediate fire safety audit from any authorised agency and then ensure a 6 monthly fire safety audit from the authorised agency to verify compliance.
• Electrical Safety:
o A quarterly fire safety audit must be conducted by the authorized agency of electrical wiring and appliances mandatory to prevent electrical fires.
o Faulty wiring or malfunctioning electrical equipment must be promptly repaired or replaced.
This notification will come into force from May 27, 2024.
[Notification No ADM/LAW/139/99/1046]
