The Government of Madhya Pradesh, on October 12, 2026, notified the Madhya Pradesh Fire and Emergency Services General Rules, 2026.
The following has been stated: -
•These rules establish a uniform and comprehensive legal framework for the organization, operation, and administration of fire and emergency services across Madhya Pradesh.
•They detail the responsibilities of the Director, Urban Local Bodies, and Specially Trained Rescue Groups (STRGs) in maintaining operational readiness, establishing fire stations, and enrolling volunteers.
•Mandatory fire prevention measures, building hazard classifications, annual fire audits, and procedures for obtaining Fire Safety Certificates are clearly outlined for both permanent and temporary structures.
•The document also establishes standard operating procedures for emergency call dispatch, inter-departmental coordination, power cutoff, crowd management, and water sourcing.
•Furthermore, it defines guidelines for licensing qualified agencies, managing appeals, levying fire taxes, and setting up District Fire and Emergency Committees to enhance overall safety and disaster preparedness.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.: 14-F 3-3-4-0007-2026-XVIII-3]
