Mysuru, March 7 -- Mysuru Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy has issued a notice to the administration of Mall of Mysore for refusing to provide water to fire trucks during the recent Chamundi Hill forest fire. The notice has been addressed to Sandeep, Vice-President of the Mall, located on M.G. Road.

On Feb. 2, a massive fire broke out on the slopes of Chamundi Hill, engulfing large parts of the forest. As fire-fighting operations intensified, Mall of Mysore - situated nearby - was instructed to supply water to fire trucks. However, despite direct orders from Additional Deputy Commissioner Dr. P. Shivaraju, the Mall administration refused, delaying efforts to contain the blaze, officials stated.

The refusal constitutes a violati...