NFSC Innovation Earns Indian Design Patent for Conveyor Belt Fire Safety: The National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur is proud to share that an *Indian Design Patent* has been granted for a Fire-Resistance Test Apparatus for Conveyor Belts under Roller-Jamming Conditions. The patent certificate was formally handed over by *Dr. Atul Vaidya, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor* of Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University, Nagpur. The design was invented by *Prof. A. R. Sontake* from NFSC under the ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and *Dr. Sameer M. Wagh,* Associate Professor, Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University, Nagpur. The Design Patent was granted by the Patent Office, Government of India on 06.02.2026. Design No.: 476071-001 | Application Date: 07.10.2025 The conveyor belts widely used in heavy industries and mines are typically made of rubber reinforced with nylon or cotton fibers — strong and flexible, yet vulnerable to fire due to frictional heating, roller jamming, hot work, electrical faults, and high material temperatures. Such incidents can lead to rapid fire spread, severe system damage, prolonged shutdowns, life safety risks, and major financial and environmental losses. This innovation enables more improved testing and manufacturing of fire-resistant conveyor belts, helping to reduce fire risk arising from roller-jamming conditions in conveyor operations. It marks a significant step forward in applied fire engineering and industrial safety, while strengthening operational reliability and contributing to the protection of national assets and the country’s economic growth.

NFSC Contributing to Youth Leadership & Value Education Prof. A. R. Sontake, National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur, graced the programme as a Special Invitee at the youth development and value-based leadership initiative “ME TO WE ALL”, organized under the National Service Scheme (NSS), Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, on 25 January 2026 at Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium, Nagpur. The session was conducted by Shri Prahlad Vamanrao Pai, IIT Mumbai alumnus and a renowned youth mentor associated with the Jeevan Vidya Mission, who inspired students towards value-based living, holistic personal development, and the transformative “Me to We All” philosophy—encouraging a life of purpose, responsibility, and collective well-being. The university-led programme emphasized youth empowerment, ethical values, responsible citizenship, and leadership for nation-building, and witnessed enthusiastic participation of over 1,900 students from various RTM Nagpur University–affiliated colleges.

NFSC Contributing to Youth Leadership & Value Education Prof. A. R. Sontake, National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur, graced the programme as a Special Invitee at the youth development and value-based leadership initiative “ME TO WE ALL”, organized under the National Service Scheme (NSS), Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, on 25 January 2026 at Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium, Nagpur. The session was conducted by Shri Prahlad Vamanrao Pai, IIT Mumbai alumnus and a renowned youth mentor associated with the Jeevan Vidya Mission, who inspired students towards value-based living, holistic personal development, and the transformative “Me to We All” philosophy—encouraging a life of purpose, responsibility, and collective well-being. The university-led programme emphasized youth empowerment, ethical values, responsible citizenship, and leadership for nation-building, and witnessed enthusiastic participation of over 1,900 students from various RTM Nagpur University–affiliated colleges.

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations.

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations.

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations.

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations

“When we march together, the nation moves forward.” Glimpses of unity and patriotism from the Republic Day parade and celebrations.

Prizes were distributed to platoons for outstanding overall performance displayed during the Republic Day parade, acknowledging exemplary discipline, precision, and teamwork. The occasion also witnessed the felicitation of Vigilance Awareness Week winners of the quiz and essay competitions, reaffirming NFSC’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and a corruption-free India through collective responsibility.

Prizes were distributed to platoons for outstanding overall performance displayed during the Republic Day parade, acknowledging exemplary discipline, precision, and teamwork. The occasion also witnessed the felicitation of Vigilance Awareness Week winners of the quiz and essay competitions, reaffirming NFSC’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and a corruption-free India through collective responsibility.

Prizes were distributed to platoons for outstanding overall performance displayed during the Republic Day parade, acknowledging exemplary discipline, precision, and teamwork. The occasion also witnessed the felicitation of Vigilance Awareness Week winners of the quiz and essay competitions, reaffirming NFSC’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and a corruption-free India through collective responsibility.