Ranchi: Hospitals are on alert mode to deal with possible emergency cases during Diwali, with special attention to burn injuries, firecracker-related accidents and other health complications associated with the festival. Medical facilities across the region, including district hospitals, Community Health Centres (CHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs), are fully equipped with essential first aid supplies and medicines.
To handle potential emergencies, advanced preparations have been made at major hospitals. The Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) has placed 20 beds on standby in its burn unit. Sadar Hospital has designated 10 beds on high alert for burn patients.
Dr Amrendra Prasad, civil surgeon, Ranchi, said, “Burn injuries caused by firecrackers, diyas, candles and accidental fires remain among the major health risks during Diwali.
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