The Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services (AFES) on Saturday sealed eight hotels and hospitality establishments in Chandkheda, Naranpura and Paldi for allegedly failing to comply with mandatory fire safety norms.
The action was carried out by the Fire Department’s West Zone as part of an ongoing citywide enforcement drive aimed at ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and reducing the risk of fire-related incidents in commercial establishments.
Officials said the establishments were found operating despite deficiencies in required fire safety measures. They will remain sealed until all shortcomings are rectified and necessary fire safety approvals are obtained from the competent authorities.
The establishments sealed during the drive include:
- Hotel Nilkanth, Chandkheda
- Hotel Philips, Chandkheda
- Hotel Sunstar Inn, Chandkheda
- Kahani Progressive Restaurant & Banquet, Chandkheda
- Hotel Aram Orchid, Paldi
- Hotel RK Regency, Naranpura
- Hotel Green Fortune, Naranpura
- Hotel Pacific Empire, Naranpura
According to fire department officials, inspections and enforcement actions will continue across the city to ensure adherence to prescribed safety standards. They reiterated that public safety remains the department’s top priority.
Authorities further stated that the sealed establishments will be allowed to resume operations only after all fire safety deficiencies are addressed and fresh clearance is granted following inspection by the competent authority.