Broadway in Kochi gears up for Onam amid lingering fire safety concerns
Fire hydrant proposal remains stalled despite Collector’s directive following the 2025 Koluthara Bazaar fire; fire officials cite lack of hydrants and haphazard parking as major hurdles to emergency response; traders say safety measures remain inadequate as the city’s commercial hub prepares for the festive rush
· 7/27/2026, 3:18:32 PM· 2 min read
Fire hydrant proposal remains stalled despite Collector’s directive following the 2025 Koluthara Bazaar fire; fire officials cite lack of hydrants and haphazard parking as major hurdles to emergency response; traders say safety measures remain inadequate as the city’s commercial hub prepares for the festive rush
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