Hyderabad, February 20, 2025:The Infrastructure, Real Estate & Smart Cities Committee of FTCCI (The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry) organised a very useful and need-of-the-hour program on Electrical and Fire Safety for Industries and Residential Buildings as the summer season begins on Wednesday night at FTCCI in Red Hills, Hyderabad
Mr. Y. Nagi Reddy, Director General, Telangana Fire Disaster Response Emergency and Civil Defence Department, Government of Telangana; Mr. C. Lakshmi Prasad, Director (Retd). Telangana Fire Services and Civil Defence Training Institute, Government of Telangana; and Mr V. Srinivas, CEP. Synergy Infra Consultant was the chief guest and speaker at the program
Mr Y. Nagi Reddy, IPS, Director General, Telangana Fire Disaster Response Emergency and Civil Defence Department, Government of Telangana explained on Fire Compliances and Preparedness of Telangana Fire Disaster Response Emergency Dept. Mr. V Srinivas, CEO, Synergy Infra Consultants Pvt Ltd explained Fire Disaster Management in Industries. Mr. C Lakshmi Prasad, Director (Retired), Telangana Fire Services and Civil Defence Training Institute Government of Telangana spoke on Fire Disaster Management in Industries by
Suresh Kumar Singhal, President of FTCCI reiterated that safety is a shared responsibility. While regulatory bodies and organizations provide guidelines and policies, it is up to each of us—business owners, facility managers, engineers, architects, and residents—to ensure that these measures are implemented effectively.
Electrical and fire safety are critically important and must not be underestimated. With rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and increased dependence on electrical infrastructure, the risk of accidents and fire hazards has grown manifold. Whether it is a manufacturing facility, an office complex, or a residential building, safety should always remain a top priority, he added
At FTCCI Mr Singhal added, we are committed to creating platforms that spread awareness, educate stakeholders, and promote best practices in crucial areas like safety and compliance. Today’s session will provide valuable insights from industry experts on risk assessment, preventive measures, regulatory frameworks, and emergency response strategies to ensure safety in both industrial and residential spaces.
Abhishek Tibrewala, Chairman of FTCCI Infrastructure, Real Estate & Smart Cities Committee in his opening remarks said the state in 2024 recorded over 7,600 fire incidents, with Hyderabad alone accounting for 2,500 cases. The capital city saw over 50 incidents of fire mishaps from January 1st till February 10th. On average, the city has recorded about two or three fire accidents daily.
According to the information published the occurrences range from minor kitchen fires in homes to huge commercial & industrial disasters. The Fire department did a good job of minimising the loss of human lives and properties. The fire officials have put their sweat and time together and recently audited 5,000 major commercial structures in the city, Tibrewal said.
Safety is not just a requirement—it is a responsibility and we all are equally responsible for the same. Considering the needs of the hour, this knowledge session holds immense value. Through expert discussions and technical insights, we aim to equip ourselves with the best knowledge available, he added
At the end of the talks of the speakers Mr. B. Sunil Chandra Reddy, Co-Chair of the FTCCI committee moderated a question and answer session and at the end of the same proposed vote of thanks. Safety is not just a regulation—it is a culture we must embrace. Let’s ensure that industries and residential buildings are fire and electrically safe environments. By working together, spreading awareness, and taking proactive measures, we can prevent accidents, save lives, and build a safer tomorrow.
The onset of summer every year is usually accompanied by a rise in fire incidents. In this light of the background, FTCCI organised a program on Electrical and Fire Safety for Industries and Residential Buildings to equip people with essential knowledge and tools to ensure electrical and fire safety in all premises.
The experts provided the latest trends, best practices, regulatory updates, compliance requirements, demonstration of fire preventive techniques, insights on minimizing risks and emergency preparedness etc and more