
Fire and Rescue Services emergency helpline number
The Hindu
Fire and Rescue Services Department, Southern Region, which has been conducting various awareness programmes and drills on safety measures in view of Deepavali celebrations has urged the public to cel
Fire and Rescue Services Department, Southern Region, which has been conducting various awareness programmes and drills on safety measures in view of Deepavali celebrations has urged the public to celebrate the festival in a safe and cautious manner.
For emergency response people can contact the fire stations at: Madurai 0452-2335399, Theni-Allinagaram 04546-252699, Virudhunagar 04562-243666, Ramanathapuram 0467-221273, Sivaganga 04575-240301, Thoothukudi 0461-2326501, Palayamkottai 0462-2572099, Nagercoil 04652-276331 and Tenkasi 04633-222166.

The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.












