Delhi-NCR Festive Melas: Who Ensures Amusement Ride Safety Amidst Growing Concerns?

Hindustan Times · india

As festive melas across Delhi-NCR draw large crowds with thrilling rides, questions arise about their safety checks. Organisers emphasize visitor safety as paramount, with mechanical inspections and trial runs conducted daily. However, multiple agencies are involved, including civic bodies for permissions and structural certificates, and the fire department for safety declarations. The police primarily handle security and crowd management, clarifying that ride safety inspections are not their purview. Ultimately, organisers bear the responsibility for ensuring all rides meet safety standards before operation.