Karnataka could get its first set of women firefighters. In a significant move aimed at promoting gender neutrality and inclusivity, the State government for the first time has proposed key changes in the designation of posts within the Fire and Emergency Services Department and changed the term “Fireman” to a gender-neutral title “Firefighter” in all official records and future recruitment notifications.
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The decision follows directions issued during a meeting of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to encourage greater participation of women in fire services across the country. Acting on these recommendations, the State has initiated steps to implement the changes and process is on.
Under the new policy, women will be provided 10% reservation in direct recruitment to the posts of firefighter and station officer in the Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services Department in different categories.
Additionally, the designation “Leading Fireman” will be renamed as “Leading Firefighter” to ensure uniformity and gender neutrality across ranks.
