Chief Minister bats for helipads on high-rises, likely to be made mandatory
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that helipads will likely become mandatory on new high-rise buildings to facilitate emergency responses. The government also plans to increase hardship allowances for police officers and strengthen cyber investigation capabilities.
Why it matters
The proposal reflects urban planning efforts to improve disaster management and public safety in rapidly growing metropolitan areas.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday urged builders and developers in the city to dedicate space on high-rise buildings for helipads, stating that building helipads would be made mandatory.
He said the government would give permission for helipads within the legal framework as it plays vital role during emergency situations such as fire mishaps.
Mr. Shivakumar announced this after inaugurating the National Security Guards’ specialised training programme for State police that commenced on Friday.
“High-rise buildings are increasing in the city. If fire accidents or terrorist attacks unfold, protecting citizens is our duty. In such emergency situations, to save lives by using helipads, our government will hold talks with military and air force officials for an agreement,” the Chief Minister said.
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