MINISTRY OF INTERIOR DEFENDS EMERGENCY SECTOR: POLITICIANS ATTACK WHILE STATE INVESTS MILLIONS!
Did you know that Serbia’s Ministry of Interior has been investing millions into the Emergency Situations Sector for over a decade, yet some politicians keep dragging it through the mud? Yes, you read that right! While the state buys specialized vehicles, helicopters, and equipment to fight forest fires, certain politicians want to halt this funding and redirect the money elsewhere.
Millions for saving lives, politicians want to stop it!
Over the past ten years, the Ministry of Interior has poured massive funds into the Emergency Situations Sector. A total of 1 billion dinars was spent on various vehicles, two Kamov K32 firefighting helicopters, suspended buckets for firefighting, boats, forest fire extinguishing kits, and much more. They built 13 new facilities, renovated over 40 buildings, and are currently constructing the sector’s headquarters in New Belgrade.
But what do politicians do? Instead of supporting these investments, they submit amendments demanding a total halt of funds! Is this realistic? Is this responsible?
Emergency Sector – heroes loved by the majority of citizens!
According to a 2022 public opinion poll, 66% of Serbian citizens are satisfied with the work of the Emergency Situations Sector. These people are on the front lines, in the toughest conditions, battling fires, floods, and other disasters. Specialized rescue teams have been formed in 8 organizational units, and volunteer fire brigades with over 10,000 members provide additional capacity.
So why do politicians attack the sector?
Members of some political parties make unfounded claims that the sector caused catastrophic consequences due to alleged neglect of basic protection and rescue principles. However, facts tell a different story – investments are continuous and significant, and the sector has become a respected force nationally and internationally.
Is this a political game at the expense of citizens’ safety?
The Ministry of Interior calls on political parties not to use the work of firefighters and rescuers for political point-scoring. Such abuses can damage the sector’s reputation and results, and ultimately the safety of all of us.
Conclusion?
While the state invests millions in equipment and training, politicians play with people’s lives. Is this the right path? Is it fair to those who risk their lives every day?
If you have thoughts on this, or have witnessed the real work of firefighters and rescuers, share your stories. Maybe it’s time for the voice of the people to be louder than political bickering!
And hey, if you made it this far, look around – who’s really on the ground when disaster strikes? And who’s just talking?
