- A comprehensive fire safety awareness session was organized for students at Sona Devi University.
- According to the Government of Jharkhand guidelines, installation of fire safety systems is mandatory in all educational institutions and multi-storey buildings, said Fire Officer Ramashish Ram of Ghatsila.
A fire safety awareness programme was organized today at the Vivekananda Auditorium of Sona Devi University, Ghatsila, to educate students on fire prevention and emergency response. The programme was attended by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Braj Mohan Pat Pingua, the Registrar, Dr. Nit Nayana, along with faculty members and students.
The resource person for the session, Mr. Ramashish Ram, Fire Officer, Ghatsila and a recipient of the President’s Award, informed the gathering that, under the directions of the Deputy Commissioner of the district, awareness programmes are being conducted across educational institutions and other important establishments to educate people about the causes of fire accidents and preventive measures.
Mr. Ram explained that fire accidents can occur due to several reasons and are broadly classified into Class A, Class B, and Class C fires. He elaborated that fires may result from ordinary combustible materials, oil, gas, and electrical short circuits, with electrical fires being particularly hazardous. He emphasized that fire incidents can occur anywhere—including crowded buildings, vehicles, hospitals, and educational institutions—making constant vigilance essential.
He advised that buildings should be equipped with smoke detectors, flame detectors, and fire detection systems to ensure early warning and timely response. Referring to several recent fire incidents, he stressed the importance of preparedness and informed students that, as per the Government of Jharkhand’s guidelines, installation of fire safety systems is mandatory in all educational institutions and multi-storey buildings.
Mr. Ram also highlighted the importance of understanding the sequence and timing of events during a fire emergency for effective response and investigation. He discussed the functioning of automatic locking systems in vehicles during fire incidents and explained the various causes of fire along with practical preventive measures. Demonstrating the correct use of fire extinguishers, he advised students to maintain a safe distance from the flames and always consider the direction of the wind while operating firefighting equipment.
Encouraging students to remain alert and responsible, Mr. Ram said that fire safety is a shared responsibility and urged them to protect not only themselves but also those around them. He further noted that fires do not occur suddenly without cause and pointed out that even discarded broken mirrors can trigger fires under certain conditions if left carelessly in open areas.
Concluding the session, he informed the participants that in the event of a fire or any emergency, they should immediately dial the toll-free emergency number 112 to report the incident and seek prompt assistance.
