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News18
27-05-2025
- Health
- News18
‘Calm, But Cautious': UP Government Hospitals On Alert Amid Rising Covid Concerns
Last Updated: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while reviewing the state's preparedness recently, emphasised the need for vigilance Amid a spike in Covid-19 cases reported in various parts of the country and globally, state-run hospitals and medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh have been directed to reserve at least 10 beds each for potential Covid-related emergencies. The move comes as part of precautionary measures ordered by the state government, particularly following the detection of four Covid cases in Ghaziabad, including one hospitalisation. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while reviewing the state's preparedness recently, emphasised the need for vigilance. 'There is nothing to worry about given the present situation in Uttar Pradesh, but being alert is significant," the CM stated, urging medical institutions to focus on readiness without causing panic. He also instructed that the emergency response infrastructure developed during the Covid-19 waves in 2020 and 2021—such as oxygen plants, ventilator-supported beds, and ICU units—should be rechecked and kept functional. The CM specifically cited the emerging JN.1 Covid variant, which has been detected in Thailand, Singapore, and Hong Kong, as a reminder that proactive steps must be taken. 'The Government of India has not issued any new guidelines yet, but we must not let our guard down," he said. He further advised health officials to monitor other vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria, and kala-azar, which remain seasonal challenges in the state. HOSPITALS BEGIN GROUND-LEVEL PREPARATIONS In compliance with the directives, government-run hospitals across the state, including key facilities in Lucknow, have started making arrangements. According to Dr. Rajesh Srivastava, Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) at Shyama Prasad Mukherjee (Civil) Hospital, the 10-bed Covid ward is already in place. 'These beds were created during the earlier outbreak and remained ready. The facility is equipped with ventilators and oxygen supply and recently proved its utility when patients from Lok Bandhu Hospital were shifted here after a fire incident last month," Dr Srivastava said. Meanwhile, Balrampur Hospital has not yet received formal orders but is prepared to act as soon as directions are issued. 'We have not received an official order yet, but will comply immediately once it comes," said Dr. Himanshu Chaturvedi, Medical Superintendent, Balrampur Hospital. The state's 44 government medical colleges have been asked to submit a comprehensive status report via a Google Sheet, listing essential supplies and emergency infrastructure. These include bed availability, ventilator support, stock levels of gloves, testing kits, key medications, and staff strength. Each institution has also been instructed to prepare staff duty rosters to ensure round-the-clock emergency care capability. 'Preparations in advance can make all the difference during a health emergency. The goal is not to alarm but to be ready," said a senior health department official, adding that past experiences from the pandemic had demonstrated the importance of preparedness over reaction. FOCUS ON OXYGEN PLANTS AND ICU INFRASTRUCTURE The state government, during earlier Covid surges, had established over 1.20 lakh beds and set up more than 550 oxygen plants across hospitals and medical colleges. All such facilities have now been asked to undergo a status check and functional verification. 'Facilities created during the last waves of Covid-19 are an asset. They should be treated as active components of emergency response and not be allowed to fall into disrepair," said the official. PUBLIC ADVISED TO STAY CALM BUT CAUTIOUS While hospital-level preparations are being fast-tracked, the administration has reiterated that the public need not panic. 'Our systems are in place. From medical staff to oxygen support, we are capable of dealing with any situation that may arise," said an official at the Directorate of Medical Education. Dr Anurag Verma, a senior epidemiologist based in Lucknow, said, 'The virus may be changing form, but our response strategy should be constant—test, trace, treat, and above all, prepare in advance." Location : Lucknow, India, India First Published: May 27, 2025, 15:35 IST News cities 'Calm, But Cautious': UP Government Hospitals On Alert Amid Rising Covid Concerns
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
2 IAS officers among 11 injured in bee attack near Deogarh caves
A swarm of bees attacked a total of 11 people, including a group of senior administrative officials—among them two IAS officers—near the Buddhist caves in the dense forest area of Deogarh on Sunday, triggering panic and leaving several injured. Among those injured were Sunil Kumar Verma, special secretary (silk development), chief development officer (CDO) KK Pandey, and additional district magistrate (ADM) for Namami Gange, Rajesh Srivastava, according to officials in Lalitpur. The incident took place while the officials were on a multi-day visit to the district to review developmental projects and evaluate tourism potential. After inspecting the remains of the Dashavatara temple, the group proceeded towards the nearby Buddhist caves. As they neared the site, a swarm of bees suddenly attacked, triggering a chaotic stampede. According to eyewitnesses, the sudden attack left several officials and staff members scrambling for safety. While some managed to take cover inside vehicles, others fled into the forest, hiding behind trees. However, senior officers—including the special secretary, CDO, and ADM—were unable to escape in time and suffered the worst of the attack. Orderlies and security personnel accompanying the team tried to shield the officials during the chaos, but they too were stung in the process of the rescue effort. Upon receiving the information, Sanjeev Jain, managing president of the Digambar Jain Committee, and secretary Gaurav Jain, along with local villagers, rushed to the scene. They provided immediate assistance by covering the injured with blankets and coordinating with emergency services. ADM (finance and revenue) Ankur Srivastava and sub-divisional magistrate Chandra Bhushan Pratap, along with a team of officials and ambulances, also arrived at the site from Kuchdau and Garhauli villages. The injured were promptly evacuated and rushed to the district hospital for treatment. Confirming the incident, district magistrate Akshay Tripathi stated that the special secretary, along with other district officials, was visiting Lalitpur to conduct a physical inspection of major development initiatives such as the Har Ghar Nal Yojana, Smart Gaon Project, and Tapa Gaon Scheme. These projects, focused on infrastructure and public welfare, represent investments of over ₹50 crore in the district. As part of the visit, the officials were also assessing the tourism potential of the Deogarh region, including historical landmarks like the Dashavatara Temple and the Buddhist caves. Tripathi said that all officers and accompanying personnel injured in the bee attack were receiving treatment at the district hospital. He added that immediate medical aid was provided, and additional care was being arranged as needed. 'All necessary steps have been taken to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured, all of them are in stable,' Tripathi said. 'We are closely monitoring their recovery,' he added. ADM Rajesh Srivastava, however, has been referred to Jhansi Medical College, he said.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
7 UP officers injured in attack by bees
At least seven govt officers were severely injured when a swarm of bees attacked them while they were inspecting the progress of Har Ghar Nal Yojana in Devgarh village, around 35km from UP's Lalitpur. Additional district magistrate Rajesh Srivastava reportedly sustained over 500 bee stings. He was rushed to a hospital in Jhansi where his condition is stated to be critical. Chief development officer Kamalakant Pandey was also badly injured and is being treated at the Jhansi hospital. Pandey reportedly dropped to the ground and kept his face buried for nearly 30 minutes to protect himself. Srivastava's gunner tried to shield him but also got stung. Villagers came wrapped in blankets to rescue the victims. Others injured were nayab tehsildar Ghanendra Tiwari, sub-inspector Dinesh Kumar, lekhpal Suryansh, lekhpal Shashank, and a police constable who was part of the escort team. "They are stable and out of danger," said a doctor. Sources said the group was close to Buddhist caves near Dashavatar temple ruins when the attack occurred.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
Bee attack: CDO & ADM among 7 officials injured during inspection
Lucknow: A swarm of bees attacked a team of senior govt officials during an official visit to Devgarh village, around 35 km from Lalitpur district headquarters, for an inspection on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now At least seven people were injured, including chief development officer Kamalakant Pandey and additional district magistrate Rajesh Srivastava, who reportedly sustained over 500 bee stings. The two were rushed to Jhansi for treatment. Others injured included nayab tehsildar Ghanendra Tiwari, sub inspector Dinesh Kumar, lekhpal Suryansh, lekhpal Shashank, and a police constable who was part of the escort team. District magistrate, Lalitpur, Akshay Tripathi, told TOI that the incident occurred on Sunday morning while the team was surveying progress under the Rs 50 crore 'Har Ghar Nal Yojana', part of the Jal Jeevan Mission. "Special secretary of the silk development and youth welfare department, Sunil Kumar Verma, who was deputed as the nodal officer to Lalitpur by the Uttar Pradesh govt, was leading the inspection when the swarm suddenly attacked the group," said Tripathi. According to official sources, the group was near the Buddhist caves near the Dashavatar temple ruins, when the attack took place. Amid the mayhem, CDO Kamalakant reportedly dropped to the ground and buried his face in the soil to protect himself, lying there for nearly 30 minutes. ADM Srivastava's gunner tried to shield him but was also stung. Verma managed to escape without much injury. "We were there at the wrong time. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Probably a large swarm was migrating from one place to another when we reached there and got caught," Verma told TOI, adding "after shifting our injured colleagues to hospital, the rest of us completed inspection work at other locations. Some villagers rushed in wrapped in blankets to rescue the victims and informed the police and forest department. Ambulances were called, and several injured were admitted to the district hospital. The condition of ADM Rajesh Srivastava remains critical, prompting his referral to a higher medical facility in Jhansi. "All those injured are stable and out of danger," said a doctor, who was examining those injured.
Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
COVID scare: Lucknow hospitals gear up to deal with potential emergencies
State-run hospitals in the city have launched preparations following directives from the state government to reserve at least 10 beds each to handle any potential COVID-related emergencies amid growing number of cases in the country. Government medical colleges and hospitals in Uttar Pradesh have been directed to check and ready their emergency wings following the recent detection of cases in Ghaziabad. According to officials at Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Hospital, commonly known as Civil Hospital, 10 beds reserved during the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 and 2021 were ready. Chief medical superintendent (CMS), Civil Hospital, Rajesh Srivastava said that a dedicated Covid ward with 10 beds is already reserved. He pointed out that the 10-bed facility proved helpful when patients from Lok Bandhu Hospital were transferred after fire broke out there about a month ago. He added that the reserved facility is equipped with ventilator and oxygen support system. 'We have yet to receive any order to reserve beds to deal with potential COVID-related emergencies. However, we will comply when we receive the order,' medical superintendent of Balrampur Hospital, Himanshu Chaturvedi said. Preparations are underway at all other hospitals as well as state-run medical colleges and institutes, including Lok Bandhu Raj Narain Hospital. A senior health official stated that arrangements beforehand could play a vital role in emergency conditions, as patients' health is the primary motive for any hospital. In the recent days, four cases were reported in U.P's Ghaziabad, with one patient currently hospitalised. COVID infection cases were also reported in metro cities like Delhi and Mumbai, after which the state government asked all state-run medical colleges to submit the status of essential supplies and infrastructure required for emergency care. This includes the number of beds that can be reserved, stock levels of gloves, testing kits, essential medicines, and availability of staff. The government hospitals across the state have already been asked to arrange 10 beds each with ventilator/oxygen support. College principals have been asked to fill Google Sheet detailing the facilities available on their campus and to report any additional requirements to ensure preparedness. The state has 44 government medical colleges which have been asked to keep rosters of staff duty ready to meet any kind of medical emergency. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the state government had arranged 1.20 lakh beds across the state and over 550 oxygen plants were set up in medical colleges and hospitals. All medical institutions have been asked to check the status of these plants and ensure they are functional.
