Bengaluru: Despite the government’s advice and warning about observing caution whilst bursting firecrackers, instances of children injuring themselves have been consistent throughout the years.
Dr. Vidya, a doctor at the Minto Eye Hospital has revealed that since Sunday, four boys have been injured in firecracker-related accidents in Bengaluru city and received treatment at the hospital.
Among the injured, three were sent home after administering treatment, she informed.
As a result of lighting a rocket cracker, a 10-year-old boy’s entire face has sustained burn injuries. He has been admitted to the emergency care unit and is being treated.
In another incident, a 7-year-old boy from Thanisandra sustained an injury to his left eye. Another 7-year-old boy from Frazer Town has hurt his right eye. Fortunately, at present, the vision of the boys remains unaffected, Dr. Vidya said.
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Puttur: A tragic accident occurred on Sunday near Kuvettila in Kabaka, along the Mani-Mysuru National Highway, where a KSRTC bus collided head-on with a motorcycle, resulting in the death of a father and critical injuries to his son.
The deceased has been identified as Arun Kulal, a resident of Narikombu village in Bantwal taluk. His son, Dhyan, was seriously injured in the incident.
According to reports, the KSRTC bus was traveling from Puttur toward Mangaluru when it collided with the oncoming bike. The force of the impact threw both riders onto the road, leaving them severely injured. Though both were rushed to the hospital, Arun Kulal succumbed to his injuries en route, police confirmed.
The accident led to a temporary disruption in traffic on the Mani-Mysuru Highway, with vehicles backed up for several kilometers. Puttur traffic police reached the spot and are investigating the case.