Heart Attack Victim on Motorcycle Amidst Dasara Crowds

A heart attack patient in Mangaluru's Kudroli area was transported to the hospital on a motorcycle due to extreme crowds and traffic congestion. The situation was exacerbated by the Chief Minister's visit to the Gokarnanatha Temple, which led to a significant influx of people and vehicular restrictions.

Dr. Padmanabha Kamath, a senior interventional cardiologist, recounted that the patient's family had to improvise a motorcycle ambulance. The patient, sandwiched between his son and sister, navigated through the dense crowds to reach medical care. Fortunately, he is now stable after undergoing angioplasty.

This incident underscores a serious public safety issue where religious celebrations can impede vital emergency services. Dr. Kamath emphasized that while festivals are important, access to emergency medical care must never be compromised, as even slight delays can be fatal during a cardiac event.

Dr. Kamath appealed to temple authorities, police, the district administration, and event organizers to implement mandatory emergency access and evacuation plans for all large public gatherings. He stressed the importance of balancing devotion and celebration with the paramount need to protect human life.