Panaji: In the latest statement, State Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said that a total of 75 patients have been attended to across government healthcare facilities after the tragic stampede at the North Goa temple.
Six people died in a stampede at the Shree Lairai Devi Temple festival at Shirgao during the early hours of Saturday.
In a statement issued, Rane said that the Department of Health is working relentlessly to provide the best possible medical care to those affected by the Lairai Zatra incident this morning.
“As per the latest reports, a total of 75 patients have been attended to across government healthcare facilities, including Asilo Hospital (Mapusa), Community Health Centre (CHC) Bicholim, CHC Sankhali, and Goa Medical College (GMC),” he said.
Besides GMC, he said that currently 22 patients are undergoing treatment: Asilo Hospital is treating 18 patients, CHC Bicholim has 3 patients under observation, and CHC Sankhali is monitoring 1 patient.
“Sadly, six individuals were brought in dead — four at Asilo Hospital (2 males and 2 females), and two at CHC Bicholim,” he said.
Rane said that the department’s first responders from CHC Bicholim and CHC Sankhali acted swiftly at the site, ensuring timely triage and stabilization of the injured.
“Ten ALS (Advanced Life Support) ambulances were deployed, and patients requiring advanced care were referred to Goa Medical College, which continues to operate on high alert,” he said.
Rane added that the Department is closely monitoring the condition of all admitted patients and has ensured the availability of emergency medicines, adequate medical personnel, and psychological support for victims and their families.
The Minister said that a meeting with the heads of DHS and GMC, along with the Secretary (Health), will be held shortly to ensure that no stone is left unturned in providing timely and effective treatment.
“We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to public health and to supporting every healthcare worker tirelessly serving on the frontlines,” he said.
