Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday reviewed the diarrhoea outbreak in Srikakulam and the suspected milk contamination incident in Rajahmundry, directing officials to prioritise public health and ensure there is no negligence.
The Chief Minister spoke to senior officials of the Health Department and district authorities to assess the situation. He enquired about the condition of patients undergoing treatment in various hospitals in both
districts.
Officials informed him that 76 people are currently receiving treatment in different hospitals in Srikakulam.
While most patients are stable, two individuals undergoing treatment at GEMS Hospital are in serious condition. One patient is on ventilator support, while another is being provided dialysis.
The Chief Minister instructed authorities to extend special medical attention to the critically ill patients.