The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh on November 28, 2025, issued the Ladakh Fire Prevention and Fire Safety Rules, 2025.
This shall come into force from December 01, 2025.
The following has been stated, namely: -
• The rules establish mandatory fire safety standards for buildings, public places, and establishments across the Union Territory.
• The rules define requirements such as fire-fighting equipment installation, fire exit design, water storage capacity, alarms, hydrants, extinguishers, and periodic maintenance.
• Building owners, occupiers, and institutions are made responsible for compliance and shall obtain fire safety certificates, conduct annual audits, and allow inspections by designated fire authorities.
• The rules empower authorities to issue notices, impose penalties, and order closure of premises in case of non-compliance or serious fire hazards.
• Provisions are also included for public awareness, emergency preparedness, and coordination with fire services to strengthen prevention and response mechanisms in Ladakh.
[Notification no. - S.O 140]
