An order has been passed by the state government through the Governor to mandate that all buildings within Shillong city and its adjoining areas that are being used as hotels, lodges, homestays, resorts and “business buildings” obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the Fire Service.
This is in pursuance of Section 13(1) and Section 15(1) of the Meghalaya Fire and Emergency Service Act 2012 and in the interest of the public.