National fire service day was observed on 14th April.

Important Days

National fire service day was observed on 14th April. The theme for National fire service day 2024 is ‘ensure fire safety to contribute towards nation building’. On April 14, 1971, a significant fire occurred onboard the British cargo 'SS Fort Stikine' on the Victoria dock at Bombay Port during World War II. 71 firefighters sacrificed their lives attempting to save people and property. The day also honors all courageous firefighters who sacrificed their lives during a ship explosion at Mumbai dockyard in 1944.


     

     

     

 

     


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