BMC orders inspection of small eateries in all parts of Mumbai

Soon after the fire incident, municipal commissioner Ajoy Mehta ordered inspection of small eateries in all parts of the city through ward offices

Soon after the fire incident, municipal commissioner Ajoy Mehta ordered inspection of small eateries in all parts of the city through ward offices.

The inspection teams will consist of members of the fire brigade, health and license department officials. The teams will check if the commercial establishments have fulfilled the preconditions set by BMC and fire brigade while giving its NOC. They will also check if any illegal alterations were made or if there was any change of use. The drive will start from Monday and grade II and III structures (small ones) will be inspected first. The BMC has set a target of doing 10 per day from every ward.'

Watchdog foundation has found out that the entire statement by BMC commissioner Ajoy Mehta was nothing more than publicity stunts. According Peminta, "Many eateries are still running their joints in violation of the safety norms, endangering hundreds of life. Had the BMC Commissioner taken our plea seriously for implementing the recommendations made in the Kalbadevi fire report, Kinara incident would have been avoided. We are holding the civic commissioner accountable for his contributory negligence."

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