Mr. K. Rajesh Kannan
- District Fire and Rescue Services Officer (DFO) for Chengalpattu District
Key Expertise and service
- Educational Background and Training:
A graduate in Science and a postgraduate in Arts, Mr. Rajesh Kannan also holds an Advanced Diploma in Fire Safety from the prestigious National Fire Service College (NFSC). - Career Progression:
Mr. Rajesh Kannan began his career in 2001 as a Station Fire Officer and was promoted to Assistant Divisional Fire Officer (ADFO) in 2011. Later that year, he earned the rank of Divisional Fire Officer (DFO). His professional journey has primarily been focused in and around Chennai, where he has gained extensive experience with high-rise buildings and large-scale industries.
Experience and Achievements
- experience in fire and rescue operations, he has been an integral part of the fire safety and emergency response efforts in the region
- Notable Fire Incidents:
Mr. Rajesh Kannan has responded to numerous significant fire emergencies. Some of the major incidents he has been involved in include: - 2002: King’s File Building Fire, Anderson Street, North Chennai
2004: Hardware Building Fire, Perumal Mudali Street, North Chennai
2006: Karunmuthu Building Fire, Saidapet
2007: Saravana Stores Fire, T-Nagar
2014: State Bank of India Building Fire, Paris Corner
2016: Chennai Silks Building Fire, T-Nagar
2017: State Bank of India Building Fire, Nungambakkam
2019:LIC Building Fire, Paris Corner
2023: Pegatron Building Fire, Mahendra World City
2023:Yzakki Building Fire, Maraimalainagar - Natural Calamity Response:
Beyond fire fighting, Mr. Rajesh Kannan has been actively involved in rescue operations during major natural disasters in Chennai: - 2004: Tsunami Rescue Operations
2005 :Adyar Flood Rescue
2015:Chennai Flood Rescue
2016:Vardah Cyclone Rescue
2023: Migjam Cyclone Rescue - Leadership in Training and Fire Safety Education:
Mr. Rajesh Kannan’s contributions also extend to fire safety education and training. He has served as the Principal of various fire training centers, playing a key role in shaping the next generation of fire and rescue professionals: - 2002:Training Instructor, Manali Temporary Fireman Training Centre
2018:Principal, Redhills Temporary Fireman Training Centre
2019:Principal, State Training Centre, Tambaram
2022:Principal, Villupuram Temporary Training Centre - In addition to his leadership in training, he has conducted numerous fire safety classes and mock drills across schools, colleges, industries, malls, and office buildings, raising awareness on fire prevention and safety protocols.
- Fire Safety Initiatives:
Mr. Rajesh Kannan is also deeply committed to fire safety awareness, having organized several initiatives aimed at educating the public and ensuring preparedness against fire emergencies. Through his work, he continues to be a leading figure in fire safety and rescue operations in the region.
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Certificate No : NXP25
Date Of Issue : July 2024
Date Of Expiry : June 2025