Kozhikode, July 11 -- A recent investigation into the fire incidents at the Kozhikode Government Medical College has revealed serious structural and electrical flaws, according to a report submitted by the PWD Electrical Inspectorate.

The inspection identified 177 construction-related defects, including major lapses in the installation and maintenance of UPS systems, batteries, switches, and electrical panels. The report also highlighted that the fire damper, designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke, was non-functional.

According to the report, the UPS and battery systems were installed in cramped rooms with poor air circulation, and no cooling system was in place to regulate equipment temperature. A fan coil unit was placed dir...