New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital treated 135 Diwali burn cases over two days.
Hospital officials confirmed on Monday that the Burns Emergency Department recorded these injuries on November 7 and November 8.
Firecrackers caused 129 of the reported injuries, while traditional earthen diyas caused the remaining six burn cases.
Multiple fire incidents broke out across the nation during the festive Diwali celebrations over the weekend.
Hospital authorities stated that 35 children suffered firecracker burns and received treatment at the outpatient department.
Doctors discharged those 35 young patients after initial care, though one injured child required inpatient admission for further treatment.
To handle the festive surge, hospital administrators had already reserved 20 beds specifically for Diwali burn victims.
Officials confirmed that seven patients with severe Diwali-related burn injuries currently remain admitted in these dedicated hospital wards.
Medical staff prepared comprehensive emergency arrangements ahead of the festival to manage the anticipated spike in burn patients.
Doctors and nurses continue to provide round-the-clock medical attention and specialized treatment to all affected individuals.
Hospital authorities reiterated the urgent need for preventive measures to curb such avoidable festive accidents.
They emphasized that public awareness, responsible celebrations, and strict safety adherence prevent firecracker injuries and protect the community.
Meanwhile, a tragic firecracker accident claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy in Delhi’s Narela area, police reported.
The fatal incident occurred on Sunday night, November 8, while the young boy celebrated Diwali outside his residence.
Delhi Police stated that the child lit a flower-pot firecracker, locally known as an ‘Anar’, around 9:45 p.m.
The defective firework suddenly exploded in his hand, inflicting severe and fatal blast injuries directly to his chest.
Family members rushed the critically injured boy for help, but he succumbed to his wounds.
This heartbreaking tragedy highlights the severe dangers that explosive firecrackers pose, especially to unsupervised young children.
Authorities again urged parents and citizens to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks during festive occasions.
Strict supervision and safer celebration practices remain vital to prevent further loss of young lives every year.
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