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Artificial Intelligence in Fire Safety: A Critical Perspective on Policy, Stakeholders and Emerging Technologies in India

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  • Rajesh Kumar
  • Amarjeet Kaur
  • Hamendra Kumar Dangi
  • Priyanka Kumari
  • Navneet Kumar

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming fire safety, informing prevention, detection and response processes. However, the adoption of AI for fire safety services also has grave concerns about the authority for making decisions, influence from stakeholders and ethical considerations, given the context of the Indian scenario. This article critically examines AI’s implications for the seven core domains: policymaking, business organizations (public and private sectors), fire safety professionals, social norms for safety, orientation towards research, emerging tech and areas for further research investigation. Based on the available literature and real-life applications, this article discusses AI’s demonstrated effectiveness, limitations and potential for shaping the future of fire safety for India. Additionally, this article examines the forces shaping AI adoption and its socio-economic implications.

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  • Rajesh Kumar & Amarjeet Kaur & Hamendra Kumar Dangi & Priyanka Kumari & Navneet Kumar, 2026. "Artificial Intelligence in Fire Safety: A Critical Perspective on Policy, Stakeholders and Emerging Technologies in India," FIIB Business Review, , vol. 15(1), pages 11-19, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:fbbsrw:v:15:y:2026:i:1:p:11-19
    DOI: 10.1177/23197145251342714
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