Lucknow, Apr 13 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government will observe Fire Safety Week from April 14-16, aiming to boost public awareness and emergency preparedness, a statement said.

The three-day campaign includes rallies, competitions, lectures, statewide mock drills, school programmes with essay and painting contests, safety audits, and awareness drives in urban and rural areas, it read.

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The initiative follows Rs 184 crore investment in modern firefighting equipment in FY 2024-25.

In 2024, the Fire department responded to over 54,000 incidents, saving lives and properties worth Rs 8,650 crore. The government also implemented prevention schemes and temporary fire stations, it added.

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