Malviya Nagar B&B Inferno: over 500 Buildings Sealed for Fire Safety Violations

Malviya Nagar B&B inferno: over 500 buildings sealed for fire safety violations

Over 500 buildings in Malviya Nagar sealed for fire safety violations after a deadly B&B blaze, prompting citywide inspections.

MA to Increase Penalties for Deadly Fire & Building Code Violations

The Massachusetts Senate advanced legislation Monday that would impose tougher criminal penalties for fire and building code violations that cause serious injury or death. The bill would apply when violations harm firefighters, construction workers, or members of the public. The Senate plans to vote on final passage Thursday, Aug. 13. The measure follows recommendations from the Walsh-Kennedy Commission. The Legislature formed the commission aft…