Khanapur to get new fire station with Rs 2 crore investment

Khanapur: Khanapur MLA Vedma Bojju Patel on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a new Fire Station building at the mandal headquarters in Nirmal district, with a budget of Rs2 crore.

The MLA performed the groundbreaking ceremony alongside District Fire Officer Mamidi Bhagavan Reddy at the designated site near Komaram Bheem Chowrasta, where the government has allotted land for the project.

Speaking on the occasion, Bojju Patel said the Fire Services Department played a vital role in safeguarding lives and property during fire accidents, natural disasters and other emergencies. He said the new Fire Station would enable fire personnel to respond more quickly to emergencies and improve public safety across Khanapur and neighbouring areas.

He added that the government was prioritising essential infrastructure to strengthen emergency services and ensure better protection for the public.

Once completed, the facility is expected to significantly improve the delivery of fire and rescue services in the region.

Those present at the ceremony included Khanapur Municipal Chairperson Ankam Mounika, former chairperson Rajura Satyam, ATMA Committee Chairman Thota Satyam, Municipal Vice-Chairman Shoaib, councillors Nimmala Ramesh, Indira and Ashok, Market Committee Vice-Chairman Majeed, departmental officials and other public representatives.

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