LUCKNOW, Oct. 23 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday emphasised the need to strengthen and modernise the fire department to meet the challenges posed by rapid population growth, industrialisation, and urbanisation, according to an official statement issued by the state government's media cell.

Chairing a review meeting of the department, the CM stressed the importance of a comprehensive disaster management, rescue, and emergency response system. He directed officials to establish specialised units across regions to handle chemical, biological, and radiological emergencies, including those in super high-rise buildings. He also called for equipping the force with state-of-the-art technology and highly trained personnel.

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