Hyderabad, Feb. 1 -- The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Saturday, January 31, announced a pause on sealing of shops due to violations and granted one month time for stores to meet fire safety norms.

The decision was announced following a meeting chaired by HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath where shop owners, traders' associations, and officials from HYDRAA, GHMC, the Fire Services, Police and Electricity departments participated.

One month grace period

During the grace period, shop owners and commercial establishments have been asked to put in place all fire safety measures to prevent accidents. After the deadline, inspections will be intensified and violators will face stringent action, officials w...