Lucknow: LDA Closes 71 Centres, Alerts 83 Builders on Fire Safety
LUCKNOW: Following the tragic fire at the Aliganj commercial complex that resulted in 15 fatalities on Monday, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has sealed 71 businesses and issued notices to 83 commercial building owners across the city for violations of building and fire safety regulations. This action marks the first day of an extensive safety drive. Preliminary investigations revealed significant shortcomings in fire safety protocols and emergency evacuation plans at the Aliganj complex affected by the blaze. Under the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, enforcement teams, along with representatives from the fire department and Lucknow police, undertook inspections across…