Sri Vijaya Puram, September 29: Concerns have been raised over the condition of the Surgical ICU Ward at GB Pant Hospital, where patients and their attendants reportedly face considerable discomfort due to non-functional air-conditioning facilities.
GB Pant Hospital is the major government hospital serving the islands, and the Surgical ICU is an important area where patients recovering from surgeries and other critical procedures are treated. At a time when the weather remains humid, with intermittent rainfall and periods of strong sunshine causing increased indoor heat and humidity, the reported lack of adequate cooling has become a matter of concern among patients' families.
According to patients' attendants, the air-conditioning system in the ward is currently not functioning properly, while the available fans are also reportedly unable to provide sufficient air circulation. As a result, patients are said to be experiencing an uncomfortable environment during their recovery.
Families accompanying patients said the situation is particularly difficult for those who have recently undergone surgical procedures and require proper rest and recovery. They also expressed concern for women recovering after surgical deliveries and other post-operative patients who remain in the ward for treatment and observation.
Patients' families have urged the hospital authorities to inspect the air-conditioning and ventilation arrangements in the Surgical ICU and take necessary steps for restoration at the earliest.
They said that maintaining a suitable environment in an ICU and post-operative care area is important for patient comfort and proper recovery, particularly during periods of high humidity and heat.
The issue has therefore prompted calls for immediate maintenance of the air-conditioning system, improvement of air circulation and regular monitoring of cooling facilities in the Surgical ICU.
Patients' families hope that the concerned authorities will take the matter seriously and ensure that essential facilities in critical hospital wards remain functional, particularly for patients who are already in a vulnerable stage of recovery.
