Power Cuts Cripple Madurai Hospital Care

Medical care at the Thiruparankundram government hospital in Madurai is severely compromised by frequent and unannounced power outages. Patients needing equipment that relies on electricity are frequently denied treatment and redirected to the urban primary health care centre. Doctors report using phone flashlights for illumination during these disruptions, which can last for minutes or hours. This inconsistent power supply means many patients are turned away without receiving necessary care, forcing them to seek treatment on other days or at different hospitals.

Residents highlight the difficulties faced due to the power cuts, emphasizing the urgent need for a generator capable of supporting the entire facility for an extended period. In response to these concerns, a senior Tangedco official has pledged to monitor unexpected power outages impacting the hospital and has indicated the possibility of providing a dedicated generator to the facility. The official assured that efforts would be made to mitigate the impact of these power supply issues on hospital operations.