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Chennai Air Show Tragedy: Tamil Nadu Defends Preparations Amid Criticism

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian defended the state’s efforts after three people died and over 200 were hospitalized due to dehydration at a packed Chennai air show, sparking political backlash 

07-10-2024

The recent air show in Chennai, commemorating the Indian Air Force's 92nd anniversary, turned tragic with the loss of three spectators and over 200 others hospitalized due to dehydration and heat-related issues. In response to criticism regarding the event's management, Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian asserted that the state government had provided facilities beyond the Indian Air Force's requirements.

Minister Subramanian detailed the extensive arrangements made, including the deployment of two health teams comprising doctors and nurses, the stationing of 40 ambulances, and the provision of paramedical staff at the venue. Additionally, 100 hospital beds and 65 doctors were kept on standby at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital to handle any emergencies. The minister emphasized that these preparations exceeded the initial requests from the Indian Air Force.

Despite these measures, the event faced significant challenges due to the overwhelming attendance of approximately 1.5 million people and high temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius (95°F). Many attendees reported inadequate access to drinking water and insufficient crowd control, leading to heat-related illnesses and difficulties in dispersing the crowd post-event.

The incident has sparked political controversy, with opposition parties such as the AIADMK and BJP criticizing the ruling DMK government for alleged mismanagement. AIADMK leader Kovai Sathyan demanded Minister Subramanian's resignation, citing a lack of proper medical assistance and crowd control measures. Similarly, BJP state president K Annamalai expressed deep shock over the incident and blamed the DMK government for not ensuring public safety through adequate facilities and transport arrangements.

While the state government maintains that it provided comprehensive support and facilities for the event, the tragic outcomes have highlighted the need for meticulous planning and effective crowd management in large-scale public gatherings.

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