Koder House fire in Keralam’s Fort Kochi fuels questions over safety of heritage properties
A fire broke out at the historic Koder House in Fort Kochi, Kerala, prompting scrutiny of safety measures for heritage sites. Authorities say shortcomings in local firefighting response contributed to the blaze. The fire department plans to submit a proposal to the district collector recommending installation of dedicated equipment, such as water hydrants, at key locations to improve future protection.