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Hyderabad Records 60 Firecracker Eye Injuries During Diwali 2026

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Around 60 people sought treatment for Diwali-related eye injuries at Hyderabad’s Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital by November 9.

By News National Editorial Team

Diwali celebrations in Hyderabad were accompanied by a rise in firecracker-related eye injuries, with around 60 people seeking treatment at the government-run Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital by the morning of November 9.

Hospital authorities said 10 patients required inpatient treatment. Eight of those admitted were being prepared for surgery, including three children and five adults. Doctors were also assessing two cases considered potentially serious.

The figures were reported by The New Indian Express and The News Minute on November 9. The News Minute reported that 29 of the 60 patients were below 18 years of age.

Doctors said firecracker injuries can affect not only people lighting fireworks but also bystanders and passersby. The impact of fireworks can cause serious damage to the eye, potentially resulting in permanent vision loss.

The hospital had made arrangements ahead of the festival to manage emergency cases. Medical teams were placed on duty to provide treatment as patients arrived.

The reported cases underline the need for caution during celebrations. Children should not be allowed to handle fireworks without close adult supervision. People should maintain a safe distance from lit crackers and avoid attempting to relight fireworks that fail to explode.

Eye injuries require urgent medical attention. Rubbing the injured eye or attempting to remove embedded material can worsen the damage. Anyone experiencing pain, bleeding, blurred vision or a suspected injury should seek immediate professional care.

The reported total relates to patients treated at Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital; it should not be interpreted as the complete number of firecracker injuries across Hyderabad. Other hospitals also reported treating people injured during the celebrations.

Health professionals continue to urge the public to prioritise safety and seek prompt treatment after any fireworks-related accident.

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