Bhubaneswar: In the wake of recent bus fire incidents in Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh that claimed several lives, the Odisha government has made it mandatory for all passenger buses registered after October 2025 to install fire safety systems.

According to the Odisha Fire Services Department, buses will now be required to have fire detection and suppression systems, along with other essential safety equipment such as emergency exit doors, alert systems, glass-breaking hammers, and fire extinguishers. These measures aim to ensure quick evacuation and effective fire response during emergencies.

The decision follows a high-level meeting held on October 27 between the Transport Department, Fire Services officials, and representatives of the State Bus Owners’ Association. Several key re

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