With the beginning of the summer season, the focus is back on fire safety at commercial, residential and other properties in the city. Most buildings in the city flout fire safety norms.

Many business owners have failed to install fire safety equipment and seek certificates from the corporation.

MC officials said lack of stringent provisions in the National Building Code of India Part 4 has resulted in most business owners failing to get the certificate.

Officials at the MC fire wing said they have started issuing notices to business owners for failing to install fire safety equipment and getting the requisite sanctions. An official said, “We have started activities in relation to proper implementation of fire safety norms. Business owners who have failed to make necessary installations are being issued notices. We will act further as per the directions of the MC.”