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Industrialists demand permanent fire‑tender service in Ambala Cantt’s factories
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 09:25 AM
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Local entrepreneurs have urged authorities to station fire tenders permanently at Ambala Cantt’s industrial zones, citing safety concerns.
A coalition of entrepreneurs operating in the industrial belts of Ambala Cantt has formally appealed to the municipal and state fire‑service officials for the continuous presence of fire‑tender units at key manufacturing sites. The petition, submitted earlier this week, stresses that ad‑hoc deployment during emergencies is insufficient for the densely packed factories that line the cantonment area.
The business community points to several near‑miss incidents over the past year, where delayed fire‑response resulted in equipment damage and production losses. They argue that a permanent fire‑tender presence would not only curb potential hazards but also lower insurance premiums and reassure investors about the region’s safety standards.
Officials from the Haryana Fire and Emergency Services department acknowledged receipt of the request and indicated that a feasibility study is underway. While no definitive timeline has been announced, the department said it would assess resource allocation and infrastructure requirements before committing to a permanent deployment.
If approved, the move could set a precedent for other industrial clusters in the state, aligning with broader goals of enhancing workplace safety and sustaining economic activity in Haryana’s manufacturing hubs.
The business community points to several near‑miss incidents over the past year, where delayed fire‑response resulted in equipment damage and production losses. They argue that a permanent fire‑tender presence would not only curb potential hazards but also lower insurance premiums and reassure investors about the region’s safety standards.
Officials from the Haryana Fire and Emergency Services department acknowledged receipt of the request and indicated that a feasibility study is underway. While no definitive timeline has been announced, the department said it would assess resource allocation and infrastructure requirements before committing to a permanent deployment.
If approved, the move could set a precedent for other industrial clusters in the state, aligning with broader goals of enhancing workplace safety and sustaining economic activity in Haryana’s manufacturing hubs.