Delhi CM sets one-month deadline for coaching centre fire audits

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has mandated that all coaching centers complete fire safety audits within one month or face closure. This directive follows recent fatal fire incidents in commercial buildings, emphasizing the government's focus on student safety.
Why it matters
The policy addresses critical infrastructure safety gaps in the education sector following high-profile tragedies.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday set a one-month deadline for coaching institutes to complete mandatory fire audits, install fire safety equipment and adhere to all prescribed safety measures. Failure to do so will result in strict action, including sealing of the institute, she said.
The article reports on government policy and safety regulations without editorializing.
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