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Lawngtlai, 28 January 2025: Lawngtlai District Fire Prevention Committee held a meeting today under the chairmanship of Shri Donny Lalruatsanga, Chairman of the Committee and Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai.

At the outset, Shri Donny Lalruatsanga welcomed all the members present. He emphasized the need for heightened caution as the fire-prone season is approaching. He stated that fire incidents can cause extensive damage to residential houses, forests, and even result in loss of life, and therefore every individual has a responsibility to remain vigilant. Appreciating the Lawngtlai Autonomous District Council (LADC) and Line Departments for framing a clear schedule for controlled burning, he urged all concerned departments to sincerely carry out their assigned responsibilities.

Highlighting the important role of Village Councils (VCs), he called upon them to make maximum use of public announcements to spread awareness. The Deputy Commissioner stressed that Lawngtlai District should become a model district in Mizoram in terms of fire prevention and appealed to Committee Members, NGOs, Churches, and the general public of Lawngtlai to extend their full cooperation.

During the meeting, discussions were held not only on preventive measures against fire but also on conducting awareness and training programmes to prevent fire outbreaks. Letters were to be issued to all Village Councils, instructing them to intensify public announcements on fire safety. It was proposed that awards be given to Media Journalists Association (MJA) members for outstanding writings on fire prevention awareness. The CYLA was requested to issue advisories and circulate them to all YLA branches.

The Committee also resolved that strict penalties be imposed on illegal burning of land. Recognizing the importance of fire hydrants, the Committee emphasized the need for installing additional hydrants. Awareness campaigns were proposed to be conducted in schools, Village Councils, and NGOs, along with display of awareness posters at prominent locations across Lawngtlai town. It was further decided that fire safety stickers be displayed on commercial vehicles, with all BDOs requested to take necessary action within their respective jurisdictions.

All members of the Lawngtlai District Fire Prevention Committee were present in today’s meeting. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Shri Donny Lalruatsanga.