The Delhi government has decided to expand the Delhi Fire Service and restructure its positions. Under this initiative, 2,345 new posts will be created in the department, which will increase the number of sanctioned posts from 3,096 to 5,441. This decision emerged on October 31, 2026.

Government priority

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issued a statement regarding this development, noting that the safety of citizens' lives and property is her government's highest priority.

Restructuring details

Through this restructuring, posts for deputy chief fire officers, divisional officers, and assistant divisional officers will be increased. Additionally, positions for station officers, sub-officers, leading firefighters, fire operators, peons, and gardeners have also been included. The department was established in the year 1942.