tnnVaranasi: A large crowd gathered at the Ganga ghats on Thursday to watch the air show organised by the Indian Air Force.In view of the intense heat and strong sunlight, people were advised to carry umbrellas, gamchas, caps, water bottles and other protective items to prevent heat-related health issues. Health department teams and 108 ambulance services remained on alert across the ghats under the supervision of Chief Medical Officer Dr NP Singh. Prompt medical assistance was provided to spectators who fell ill during the event.According to Manoj Kumar Singh, district in-charge of the 108 ambulance service,, four persons, who became unwell at different ghats and nearby areas, were immediately taken to Shri Shiv Prasad Gupta Divisional Hospital, Varanasi. They were identified as Nirmal Dev, 25, from Kedar Ghat; Sanjay Prajapati, 35, from Godowlia; Vikas Prajapati, 22, from Godowlia; and Manish Singh, 50, from Rajghat. Doctors examined and treated all the patients. Their condition was reported to be stable.In one incident, a visitor from Kerala began drowning while bathing in the Ganga. An NDRF team deployed at the spot rescued him safely. After receiving first aid from the medical team, he was sent to SSPG Hospital by ambulance.In another case, a spectator at Rajghat suffered low blood pressure while watching the air show. The medical team stationed there administered necessary medicines and first aid before shifting him to the hospital.Dr Singh said adequate medical arrangements had been made to ensure public safety during the air show. Ambulances and medical teams were kept active for emergency treatment and quick hospitalisation.
