Chhattisgarh CM Sai orders statewide safety audit of buildings

Sai has directed officials to ensure strict compliance with fire and building safety norms to prevent similar tragedies, an official statement said

Published on: Jun 25, 2026, 22:18:09 IST

By Ritesh Mishra, RAIPUR

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Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered a comprehensive review and special safety audit of multi-storey residential complexes, commercial establishments, coaching institutes, hotels and other public buildings across the state, an official statement said.

Sai’s directions come against the backdrop of a deadly fire on June 22 in Lucknow’s Aliganj area that killed 15 people.

Sai has directed officials to ensure strict compliance with fire and building safety norms to prevent similar tragedies. “Any issue related to the safety of citizens, students and the general public is the government’s top priority,” Sai said in the statement

Following the chief minister’s directions, chief secretary Vikas Sheel has instructed all divisional commissioners, district collectors, municipal corporation commissioners, chief municipal officers, fire services officials and other departments concerned to launch a special inspection drive across the state.

The inspections will cover multi-storey residential buildings, coaching centres, tuition classes, hotels, lodges, shopping malls, commercial complexes and other public buildings.

Authorities will examine the availability and functioning of firefighting equipment, validity of fire safety no-objection certificates (NOCs), emergency exits, structural safety, electrical wiring, CCTV surveillance systems, first-aid facilities, drinking water and sanitation arrangements.

Officials will also verify whether buildings are operating within their approved occupancy limits, review parking arrangements and assess preparedness for evacuation, rescue and disaster management during emergencies.

Sai directed authorities to ensure that deficiencies identified during inspections are rectified without delay and ordered strict action against institutions and establishments found violating prescribed safety standards.

He said ensuring the safety of students, women, senior citizens and the general public is the government’s responsibility and directed all institutions to strictly adhere to prescribed safety norms.

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More

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