The 14th April each year was nominated as the National Fire Services Commemorations Day. On this day the great explosion on the Bombay Docks occurred and claimed many lives including the lives of firemen of Bombay. This commemoration day is also observed on a full scale to make the public conscious of the fire hazards and the necessity of fire prevention. On this day, it is also necessary to pay tribute to the gallant firemen who work selflessly and in many cases laid down their lives so that others might live. On this day the Fire department sells Fire Day Flags and the amount collected to be used for the benefit of the fireman.later on it was directed that the same procedure may continue. However, instead of collecting the money in sealed containers (hundis), it is suggested that such donations may be obtained under proper receipts.