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Scroll.in
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Punjab woman dies in hospital 3 days after her home was struck by Pakistani drone
Sukhwinder Kaur, who was injured after a Pakistani drone crashed into her home in Punjab's Ferozepur district on Friday, died on Monday night, a family member told Scroll. Two other members of Kaur's family were injured. On Saturday, Scroll reported from Khai Pheme Ki village that Kaur was taken to the Anil Baghi Hospital in Ferozepur. Saurabh Bhagi, the hospital's chief executive officer, had said that Kaur had suffered 80% burn injuries. She was referred to the Dayanand Medical College in Ludhiana on Saturday, where she succumbed to her injuries on Monday. The Pakistani drone attacks on Friday night, in which Kaur's home was struck, were targeted at the army cantonment in Ferozepur town and went on till five in the morning, two security officials told Scroll. While most of the drones were intercepted, the officials were unsure how one landed in Khai Pheme Ki. Kaur is the first civilian casualty of drone strikes outside Jammu and Kashmir, where 21 civilians have died in Pakistani firings. Seven Indian security personnel were killed in the military action between India and Pakistan that started on May 7. This includes four Army personnel, one Air Force official and two from the Border Security Force, The Hindu reported. The tensions had escalated on May 7 when the Indian military carried out strikes – codenamed Operation Sindoor – on what it claimed were terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The strikes were in response to the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which killed 26 persons on April 22. The Pakistan Army had retaliated by repeatedly shelling Indian villages along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. .
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Ferozepur drone strike: Two critically injured shifted to Ludhiana DMC
Two members of the family, who were injured in the drone attack, have been shifted to Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, officials said on Saturday. Three members of the family were injured in a Pakistani drone attack in Ferozepur district on Friday. It was the first such case of injuries being reported in a suspected drone attack. Ferozepur deputy commissioner Deepshika Sharma confirmed the development. 'The government would bear the entire cost of medical treatment of all the three victims,' she added. The injured were identified as Lakhwinder Singh (55), his wife Sukhwinder Kaur (50), and their son Jaswant Singh alias Monu (24). The couple suffered over 90% burn injuries, while Monu sustained splinter injuries from the drone debris. Monu is currently admitted to a hospital in Ferozepur and is expected to be discharged within the next two days. The incident took place at Khai Pheme Ki village, located 12km from the Ferozepur district headquarters, around 9 pm. Officials said the three people sustained injuries after the debris of a drone –– intercepted by India's Air defence system –– hit a car, causing a fire to erupt. 'The army has neutralised most of the drones used in the attack, with this being the only incident where three individuals sustained injuries. Authorities are continuing to investigate the matter further,' Ferozepur senior superintendent of police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh Sidhu said. The injured were identified as Lakhwinder Singh (55), his wife Sukhwinder Kaur (50), and their son Jaswant Singh alias Monu (24). The couple suffered over 90% burn injuries, while Monu sustained splinter injuries from the drone debris. Monu is currently admitted to a hospital in Ferozepur and is expected to be discharged within the next two days. Pakistan on Friday launched a wave of drone attacks targeting 26 locations in India — from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat — for the second night. According to officials, multiple drone attacks were thwarted in Ferozepur and Fazilka districts. Tensions between India and Pakistan soared after the Indian armed forces on Wednesday conducted precision strikes, targeting terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that had cross-border linkages.
The Hindu
06-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
India needs patient-centric care and trained counsellors to manage Inflammatory Bowel Diseases burden: experts
The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 study estimated 2,70,719 cases of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in India, with an age-standardised prevalence rate of 20.34 per 100,000. This marks a dramatic rise from 1,30,000 cases in 1990. At the same time, more people are being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease --though often underdiagnosed or underreported -- is becoming a big concern for public health. IBD, which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, is chronic inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract. Symptoms such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fatigue, and weight loss can severely impact quality of life. According to Nandish H. K., senior consultant gastroenterologist, Narayana Health City, Bengaluru, any symptoms like chronic diarrhoea, blood in stool, or abdominal pain lasting more than four weeks warrant referral to a higher centre for colonoscopy and early diagnosis and proper counselling are key to managing complications and improving outcomes. IBD care challenges in India According to the authors of a recent Lancetstudy titled 'Developing IBD counsellors in low- and middle-income countries: bridging gaps in patient care,' hospital-based studies confirm a surge in ulcerative colitis -- a type of IBD that causes inflammation and ulcers in the large intestine (colon) and rectum, cases in India. Crohn's disease, a type of IBD that can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus though less-frequently documented, is often misdiagnosed due to lack of awareness and limited infrastructure. By 2025, the country is projected to have only 4,200 gastroenterologists for a population of 1.45 billion -- roughly 0.29 gastroenterologists per 1,00,000 people. In comparison, the United States had 3.9 gastroenterologists per 1,00,000 people as early as 2007 -- over 13 times higher than the current projected ratio. This shortage leads to rushed consultations, delayed diagnoses, and inadequate time for patient education. Many IBD cases are mistaken for irritable bowel syndrome or infections, resulting in inappropriate treatments. Dr. Nandish also explains that misinformation around dietary triggers and treatment options further complicates disease management and causes emotional distress for patients and families. Do Western models fall short and why? India's current clinical protocols often mirror Western models that emphasise individual autonomy in decision-making. However, these approaches don't always resonate in the Indian context, where healthcare decisions are often made collectively within families. Arshia Bhardwaj, senior resident, department of Gastroenterology, Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana, and co-author of the Lancet study explains, 'In India, IBD care is not just about the individual. Family members -- parents, siblings, even children -- influence medical choices. We've had patients decline biologics (a form of treatment) because a family member objected.' Without acknowledging this cultural dynamic, healthcare delivery remains incomplete. Time constraints, language barriers, and a lack of culturally nuanced communication contribute to a disconnect between doctors and patients. 'Many believe IBD is caused by food or stress. Without time to debunk these myths, we lose patient trust,' says Dr. Bhardwaj. Need for IBD care counsellors in India To bridge these gaps, experts advocate for the introduction of IBD counsellors -- healthcare professionals trained specifically in the medical, psychological, nutritional, and social dimensions of IBD in India. Unlike general counsellors or nurses, IBD counsellors would work closely with doctors and families, providing consistent, culturally appropriate support. 'These counsellors could be game changers,' says Arshdeep Singh , associate professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana and co-author. 'They can explain treatment plans, address fears about medication, offer basic dietary guidance, and provide emotional support in a way busy doctors often can't,' Dr. Singh says. IBD counsellors can also play a vital role in dismantling stigma, correcting misinformation, and ensuring follow-up care -- especially in rural and semi-urban regions where access to specialists is minimal and traditional beliefs often dominate Focus on culturally sensitive solutions Talking about the steps from diagnosis to treatment, Dr. Bhardwaj also emphasises the need for specialised care. She notes that while colonoscopy is a crucial diagnostic tool, it is not the only one -- and without proper interpretation and follow-up by specialists trained in IBD, many patients remain confused or misinformed about their condition. And so, given the strain on India's healthcare system, training IBD counsellors presents a scalable and cost-effective solution. Talking about funding and calling for a stand-alone national IBD programme, the authors also notes that this change can be gradual and patient centric. 'This isn't about building more hospitals overnight,' Dr. Bhardwaj explains. 'It's about redesigning what already exists. If even one person in each clinic can take on this role, outcomes could improve dramatically.' The idea is to create a support system that respects India's unique cultural fabric while addressing the complexities of chronic disease care. With the number of general practitioners declining and tertiary centers overwhelmed, the IBD counsellor could become a critical link in India's healthcare chain -- in most regions across the country.
