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MGP to Seek Fire Relief Measures for Traders Ahead of Diwali
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 12:01 AM
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The MGP announced it will lobby for fire‑relief assistance for market traders before the Diwali festivities, aiming to reduce fire‑related risks.
The Maharashtra Government (MGP) has indicated its intention to press for fire‑relief provisions targeting traders who operate in crowded market areas ahead of the upcoming Diwali celebrations. Officials say the move is intended to mitigate the heightened fire hazards that typically accompany the festival's increased lighting and fireworks.
The proposal is expected to include financial subsidies for fire‑extinguishers, safety equipment, and training programmes for shop owners and their staff. Authorities also plan to coordinate with local fire departments to ensure rapid response capabilities during the peak shopping period.
Stakeholders, including traders' associations, have welcomed the initiative, noting that past Diwali seasons have seen several fire incidents that caused property loss and injuries. The MGP aims to finalize the relief package before the start of the festive sales rush, ensuring that safety measures are in place well before the festival begins.
The proposal is expected to include financial subsidies for fire‑extinguishers, safety equipment, and training programmes for shop owners and their staff. Authorities also plan to coordinate with local fire departments to ensure rapid response capabilities during the peak shopping period.
Stakeholders, including traders' associations, have welcomed the initiative, noting that past Diwali seasons have seen several fire incidents that caused property loss and injuries. The MGP aims to finalize the relief package before the start of the festive sales rush, ensuring that safety measures are in place well before the festival begins.