LG, CM, Union Minister call for relief, fire-safety measures

10/11/2026

JAMMU, Nov 9: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Monday expressed concern over the fire incidents in Jammu and called for immediate assistance to affected traders, while the BJP demanded compensation for victims and stronger fire-safety arrangements.
The Lieutenant Governor expressed grief over the fire at Warehouse in Jammu and directed officials to ensure immediate and comprehensive relief to those affected. Sinha, who reviewed the situation on Sunday night, also spoke to senior officials on Monday to assess the situation and ensure necessary assistance.
He conveyed sympathies to the business community and traders who suffered losses and assured them of all possible assistance from the administration.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed grief over the massive fire incident at Bikram Chowk and directed the district administration to provide immediate relief and necessary assistance to affected persons. He asked officials to conduct a thorough assessment of the damage and take appropriate measures to address their needs.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh visited the fire-hit Kamla Market in the Warehouse area, inspected the damaged premises and interacted with traders. He called for a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to strengthen fire safety and emergency response in crowded commercial areas.
Singh said the incident highlighted the need for better preparedness and preventive measures, particularly in congested markets. He asked the Fire and Emergency Services to convene a meeting with the Traders' Federation and other concerned departments to identify potential hazards, improve safety arrangements and ensure a coordinated response during emergencies.
The Union Minister also urged the Jammu and Kashmir Government to examine the possibility of providing financial relief to traders who suffered losses in the blaze. He said lessons from the incident should be used to strengthen fire-safety preparedness in other commercial establishments.
Meanwhile, BJP Jammu and Kashmir spokesperson Parimoksh Seth demanded immediate compensation for traders affected by the fires at Warehouse-Ne hru Market and Shiv Market near Jammu Railway Station.
Referring to the October 25 fire at Shiv Market, in which around 40 shops were gutted, Seth said affected traders were still awaiting compensation. He sought a special assessment team to survey the damaged properties and immediate interim relief to help traders resume their businesses.
He also called for improved firefighting infrastructure, accessible emergency routes, functional fire hydrants and regular safety inspections in commercial areas. Seth urged the administration to coordinate with the Fire and Emergency Services Department to identify any lapses and take corrective measures.

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