Tarapith Administration Closes 15 Hotels After Fatal Fire

The administration in Birbhum has ordered the closure of 15 hotels in Tarapith following a major fire incident that resulted in the death of nine people. The local authorities took this action after finding that these establishments lacked valid fire safety licenses and food safety permits.

Details of the incident and administrative action

Following the fire at a private hotel on Monday, the district administration launched a safety audit of all lodges and hotels in the area. A special committee consisting of police, local administration, and the electricity department was formed to inspect safety standards and mandatory government documentation. Rampurhat SDO Ashwini Kumar Singh Rathore confirmed that the decision to shut down the 15 hotels was based on the initial findings of this audit report.

Strict safety norms for hotels

Officials stated that some of the identified hotels were operating without fire department clearance, while others lacked the necessary permits for food preparation. The district administration has made it clear that no hotel will be allowed to operate without meeting all safety requirements and possessing valid licenses. Further inspections of hotels and lodges in the Tarapith area will continue in the coming days to ensure the safety of all visitors. For official updates on safety regulations, you may visit the National Informatics Centre portal.