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Bengal Fire Services Department issues notices to three Kolkata Durga Puja committees over safety lapses

Reported by The Hindu 20 Oct 2026, 1:15 pm IST 1 min read

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During inspections, officials also stressed the need for adequate lighting and ventilation inside pandals to prevent dark spots, ensure visibility and facilitate crowd management

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Section: India
Places: West Bengal
First reported by: The Hindu
Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 1:15 pm IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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