State Hospitals' Emergency Services, Burn Units to be on Alert During Diwali
State Medical and Health Minister orders cancellation of leave for medical personnel associated with emergency services
UdaipurTimes, Nov 7, 2026 - In view of the Diwali festival, instructions have been issued to ensure that medical and healthcare services across Rajasthan remain fully prepared. State Medical and Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar has directed all government hospitals across the State to keep their Emergency Service and Burn Units on high alert. He has also ordered the cancellation of leave for medical personnel associated with emergency services.
The Health Minister said that incidents of burns caused by firecrackers, fires and other accidents are likely during Diwali. Therefore, all hospitals must ensure adequate arrangements for emergency medical treatment. Burn Units must be equipped with essential resources, medicines and treatment facilities so that patients can receive immediate medical attention in any emergency.
He further directed that doctors and other medical personnel associated with emergency services must remain available on duty. Adequate staffing arrangements must be ensured in hospitals and all necessary preparations must be in place to deal with any emergency situation.
The Health Minister added that providing better and prompt medical facilities to the public during the festive season is a priority of the State Government. He emphasised that any negligence in this regard will not be tolerated.
