Lucknow building fire: FIR cites illegal commercial use, single entry/exit in building that claimed 15 lives
An FIR has been filed following a deadly building fire in Lucknow that killed 15 people. Authorities allege the building lacked fire safety measures and was being used for illegal commercial purposes with inadequate exits.
Why it matters
The incident underscores critical issues regarding urban safety regulations and the enforcement of fire codes in commercial buildings.
The FIR registered over the Aliganj building fire in Lucknow that claimed 15 lives has alleged that the premises were being operated as a commercial establishment without adequate fire safety arrangements, emergency exits and measures to prevent smoke accumulation, police said.
The report is a factual summary of police filings and legal actions taken after a tragedy.
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