Gujarat MLA's Home Cleaning by Fire Brigade Sparks Controversy

DAHOD: A controversy erupted in Gujarat after footage emerged of the state fire brigade being deployed to clean the private residence of legislator Bacchu Khabड़, raising questions about the misuse of public resources. The incident occurred in Dahod district, where the videotaped cleaning operation drew sharp criticism after circulating on social media. Following the public uproar, the municipal corporation moved swiftly to issue a recovery notice against the legislator's office. According to reports, the municipality levied a charge of ₹2,700 as a recovery fee for the unauthorised use of government firefighting equipment and personnel. The episode has reignited debate about the accountability of elected representatives and the proper deployment of essential public services. Fire brigades are primarily tasked with emergency fire suppression and rescue operations, though they are occasionally called upon for other civic duties. The matter underscores concerns about the distinction between official and personal use of state resources, a recurring issue in several Indian states. The identities of officials who authorised the use of firefighting equipment remain unclear, and no formal statement has been issued regarding whether further action will be taken.