Mahakumbh: River & Air Ambulances on Alert for Magh Purnima

People take bath at Sangam in Mahakumbh Prayagraj Image credit UP Info Dept
43 Hospitals, 125 Ambulances on High Alert at Mahakumbh
By Raisina Correspondent
New Delhi, February 11: Uttar Pradesh government has put a large number of ambulances and hospitals on high alert for Magh Purnima tomorrow at Mahakumbh. The government claimed to have made elaborate arrangements to deal with surge in the crowd at the Mahakumbh.
Apart from 125 ambulances, seven river ambulances and one air ambulance have been deployed for emergency response, said the UP government in a media statement. “High-tech medical setup is equipped to respond to requirements of minor procedures to major surgeries at the fair,” added the state government.
AIIMS Delhi and BHU medical experts are on standby for emergencies, said the state government. It added that a large number of personnel have been tasked for an orderly conduct of Magh Purnima bath at the Mahakumbh.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed all city and division doctors to remain on high alert. “24/7 medical teams have been deployed at Swarooprani Nehru and Tej Bahadur Sapru Hospitals. In anticipation of the upcoming Magh Purnima bath, the government has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and health of the anticipated influx of devotees,” added the state government.
To provide immediate assistance during emergencies, a total of 133 ambulances have been strategically deployed. “Under which 125 road ambulances, seven river ambulances, and one air ambulance have been specially deployed,” added the state government.
State-of-the-art medical services have been arranged throughout the Mahakumbh area, offering facilities for procedures ranging from minor operations to major surgeries. Dr. Gaurav Dubey, Nodal Medical Officer of the Mahakumbh Mela, said that the emergency services of the Yogi government are playing an important role, especially the ambulance service.
“Over 2,000 medical personnel have been deployed within the Mahakumbh area, with an additional 700 staff members on high alert at Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) Hospital,” he added.
Under the special instructions of Chief Minister, SRN Hospital has reserved 250 beds and secured 200 units of blood to address potential emergencies. “All 43 hospitals in Mahakumbh Nagar, each with a 500-bed capacity, have been fully prepared to handle the influx of patients,” added the state government.
The hospital has reserved a 40-bed trauma center, a 50-bed surgical ICU, a 50-bed medicine ward, a 50-bed PMSSY ward, and a 40-bed burn unit. Additionally, a 10-bed cardiology ward and a 10-bed ICU are fully operational.
The entire system is being monitored under the leadership of Principal Dr. Vatsala Mishra, with Vice-Principal Dr. Mohit Jain and Chief Superintendent Dr. Ajay Saxena overseeing the specific needs of the devotees.
“To ensure the smooth functioning of medical services, 30 senior doctors have been assigned special duties. They are supported by 180 resident doctors and over 500 nursing and paramedical staff, all working continuously,” said the state government.
The hospital administration has issued strict instructions to housekeeping agencies to maintain impeccable cleanliness standards.
Dr. Vatsala Mishra, Principal of Swarooprani Nehru Hospital, confirmed that all arrangements have been completed to manage any emergency situations during the Magh Purnima bath. She urged devotees to contact the hospital immediately in case of any health issues, assuring them of free and high-quality medical treatment.
In collaboration with the AYUSH department, 150 medical personnel, including 30 specialist doctors, have been deployed to serve the devotees. Medical experts from AIIMS Delhi and BHU are also on alert. Dr. Girish Chandra Pandey stated that the team, led by Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Dr. Manoj Singh, is on standby 24 hours a day to ensure safety of devotees.
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