48 Islamabad Hospitals Fined Rs. 14 Million for Fire Safety Violations
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has imposed fines on 48 public and private hospitals and medical centers in Islamabad after inspections identified shortcomings in fire and life safety arrangements.
According to available records, the healthcare facilities were collectively fined Rs. 14.05 million following inspections conducted in the capital.
The action was taken on August 30 and 31, 2026, with individual penalties ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 500,000, depending on the nature of the reported safety deficiencies.
Major Hospitals Among Those Fined
Several prominent healthcare facilities were included in the inspections and received penalties of Rs. 500,000 each.
These included PIMS, Polyclinic Hospital, Capital Hospital, Maroof International Hospital, Nori Hospital, Riphah International Medical College, Owais Homeopathic Teaching Hospital, Akbar Niazi Teaching Hospital, Advance International Hospital, River Garden Hospital, and Islamabad International Hospital.
The inspections were carried out to assess whether hospitals had adequate arrangements to respond to fire-related emergencies and protect patients, visitors, and staff.
Fire Safety Measures Inspected
CDA teams examined several aspects of fire and life safety at the healthcare facilities, including:
- Fire detection and alarm systems
- Emergency exits and evacuation routes
- Firefighting equipment
- Emergency response arrangements
- Other safety measures designed to protect patients and staff
Officials identified various deficiencies, with some facilities reportedly lacking satisfactory arrangements for emergency evacuation.
The inspections followed heightened attention to fire safety at healthcare facilities after the recent PIMS incident.
Hospitals Asked to Improve Safety Arrangements
According to reports, the CDA had previously issued notices to several hospitals and medical centers, asking them to address identified safety issues.
The latest fines were imposed after authorities found that the required improvements had not been adequately implemented.
