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1944 Bombay Dock Explosion Anniversary: Mumbai Port Authority pays tribute to bravehearts on National Fire Service Day
Updated On: 14 April, 2026 08:01 PM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
The ceremony was led by Deputy Chairperson Adesh Titarmare in the presence of senior officials and representatives from multiple agencies, including Maharashtra Fire Services, Mumbai Fire Brigade, and the Central Industrial Security Force, along with other industrial and defence fire units
The observance commemorates the explosion of the SS Fort Stikine at Victoria Dock on April 14, 1944. PIC VIA RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR
Mumbai Port Authority on Tuesday paid tribute to the bravehearts of the Bombay Dock Explosion at the Fire Memorial within the port premises, marking the National Fire Service Day.
Ceremony attended by key agencies
The ceremony was led by Deputy Chairperson Adesh Titarmare.
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