A surprise visit by the Chief Fire Officer to a popular hangout in Kamala Mills two weeks ago revealed glaring fire safety issues. The 17,000 square feet Lord of the Drinks (LOTD) was pulled up by the fire department as the chief noticed major flaws. Among irregularities were a tandoor bhatti right next to a fire exit and fragile kitchen firewalls, making customers vulnerable in case of a fire.

While the restaurant fixed certain issues, including moving the tandoor, immediately, a fire official is compiling a detailed report for fresh compliance. Chief Fire Officer of Mumbai Fire Brigade Prabhat Rahangdale said he visited restaurants in Kamala Mills compound for surprise checks around 15 days ago. He visited LOTD on the third floor of the Trade View building posing as a patron, but left immediately after noticing the lax fire safety measures.