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For the first time in the history of Rath Yatra , the Odisha Fire Services and Emergency Department has deployed a dedicated Command Control Vehicle to ensure swift and centralized response during any untoward incident.

This marks a significant step towards modernizing and strengthening disaster and emergency management during large-scale religious festivals.

The specially-equipped vehicle has been stationed in Puri during the annual Rath Yatra to monitor, coordinate, and control emergency operations in real-time.

If any incident such as fire outbreaks, accidents, or medical emergencies occurs, the command vehicle serves as a m...