Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards, India

The Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards (DGFSCDHG) is a key department that was created to coordinate and strengthen emergency response mechanisms across the country. The Directorate oversees three major components: Fire Services, Civil Defence, and Home Guards, each playing a vital role in disaster management, public safety, and emergency preparedness. Over time, its scope has expanded to include responses to natural disasters, chemical and biological threats, and nuclear emergencies.