60 eye injuries, 50 burn injuries reported in B'luru due to firecrackers during Diwali celebrations
Bengaluru: Bengaluru witnessed a surge in firecracker-related accidents during the three-day Diwali celebrations, starting from November 12. Hospitals reported over 60 patients with eye injuries and around 50 with burn injuries.
Minto Hospital received three cases of serious burn injuries, with one patient suspected to have lost sight due to the firecracker accident. Among the cases admitted were an 18-year-old boy from Srirampura with an eye injury, a 10-year-old girl from Dharmavaram, and a 22-year-old youth from Bengaluru. Doctors indicated that the injuries could potentially result in a loss of sight for these patients.
Various parts of the city reported cases of burn injuries on individuals' bodies, with many seeking medical attention at local hospitals. Those with more severe burn injuries turned to Victoria Hospital for treatment.
Despite government orders emphasizing safety and the prevention of environmental pollution, a significant number of people reportedly purchased firecrackers without the necessary safety features, such as the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) logo and QR code. The unavailability of green crackers in some shops led customers to buy from other outlets, potentially contributing to the rise in firecracker-related injuries during Diwali celebrations.
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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
