MHA clears Delhi Fire Service plan for nearly 11k new posts
Union ministry of home affairs approved creation of 10,743 new posts for Delhi Fire Service, raising sanctioned strength from 3,175 to 13,918 personnel.
This is the first major manpower augmentation for Delhi Fire Service since 2010.
The proposal includes 3,546 posts for specialised response teams handling hazmat, emergency rescue, CBRN incidents, and aerial ladder platforms.
Approval based on SFAC benchmarks and RMSI consultant report; now with Delhi government for final sanction.
Chief fire officer AK Malik said additional manpower is needed to address Delhi's expanding urban landscape and evolving emergency response needs.
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