Madurai : A 30-bed specialised burn ward has been opened at the Government Rajaji Hospital (GRH) ahead of Deepavali to provide immediate treatment to victims of firecracker accidents.
Though the hospital does not expect a significant rise in cases due to safety awareness among residents, an additional 20 beds in the emergency ward have been kept ready to handle any surge. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Madurai | Silver Rate in Madurai | Bank Holidays in Madurai | Public Holidays in Madurai | Madurai AQI | Weather in Madurai | Petrol Price in Madurai | Diesel Price in Madurai | CNG Price in Madurai | LPG Price in Madurai Stay updated with the latest Madurai news.
The ward is stocked with life-saving drugs, specialised ointments and other essentials, with doctors and backup teams available round the clock, said GRH Dean Dr L Arul Sundaresh Kumar. The hospital urged the public to follow safety precautions while bursting crackers and seek immediate treatment at the specialised unit in case of an accident. Download the TOI App.