Delhi Fire Service Responds to Over 400,000 Emergency Calls in 15 Years: Rising Fatalities and Major Incidents

Nov 07, 2025 12:41 am CST

The Delhi Fire Service has responded to over 400,000 emergency calls in the past 15 years, with fatalities rising dramatically since 2020. The department, operating 66 fire stations with 245 vehicles, has dealt with numerous catastrophic incidents including the Mundka, Anaj Mandi, and Alipur fires. Officials cite illegal operations and disregard for safety regulations as major contributing factors to these deadly incidents.