In a display of good medical preparedness and timely intervention, Sewa Sadan Eye Hospital successfully treated patients who suffered eye injuries in firecracker accidents during Diwali celebrations, helping save their precious eyesight through prompt medical attention and surgical intervention. The patients sustained injuries during the midnight hours of November 8 and 9. Anticipating emergencies during the festive season, the hospital had made special arrangements to provide round-the-clock emergency eye care. Doctors and medical staff were deployed on 24-hour duty to ensure that no patient was deprived of immediate medical attention.

 

Among the serious cases, 26-year-old Umesh, a resident of Sehore, suffered a severe injury to his right eye and underwent a successful surgery. Similarly, 17-year-old Radhika from Betul sustained an injury to her right eye and underwent surgery, helping preserve her vision. Other patients treated at the hospital included Gyanendra (27), Preeti (40), Subhash (21) and Pakhi (16) from Bhopal; Shyamaprasad (65) and Palash (36) from Shajapur; Pal Ji (31) from Sehore; Ghanshyam (22) from Rajgarh; Muskan (20) from Raisen; and Nanhelal (56) from Dewas. The hospital reported successful treatment and preservation of eyesight in these cases. Patient names have been changed to protect their identities.

 

The hospital’s special emergency arrangement remained operational throughout the festive period, ensuring timely access to specialised treatment for firecracker-related eye injuries. The initiative highlights the importance of emergency preparedness and specialised eye care during festivals, when careless handling of fireworks can lead to serious and potentially permanent eye damage. Through its dedicated medical team and round-the-clock services, Sewa Sadan Eye Hospital reaffirmed its commitment to protecting vision and providing timely treatment during medical emergencies.