Pakistan, Feb. 3 -- Authorities have issued notices to all high-rise buildings in Rawalpindi, directing them to implement mandatory fire safety measures within one month or face legal action, officials said on Monday.

The decision was shared during a meeting at the deputy commissioner's office, chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner General Dr Hasaan Tarriq. Officials from the Rawalpindi Municipal Corporation (RMC), Water and Sanitation Agency (Wasa), district emergency office, Civil Defence and District Council attended the meeting.

According to officials, there are 163 high-rise buildings in the district, including those under cantonment boards. Of these, two buildings fall under Grade A, three under Grade B, six under Grade C and ...