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New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
Girl students irked over frequent drain blocks inside MMC hostel
MADURAI: Medical students residing at the UG Girls' hostel inside Madurai Medical College (MMC) are frustrated over the frequent clogging of drains. They also claimed that despite the removal of blocks, the drains overflowing inside the restrooms are persistent. A student told the TNIE, "Around 450 MBBS and pharmacology students are residing inside the hostel, and though the entire premises is safe, the blocked drainage system is a recurring problem. As these channels spread through the hostel, two months ago clogged drains overflowed into the hostel rooms. Many students are upset about it. Despite complaints, college authorities have not taken action against it." Another student said, "There are four blocks and few of them are more than 20 years old and these are used as residential settlements for the girl students pursuing MBBS and pharmacology. Though renovations are carried out in these buildings, nothing has been done to fix the drainage channels for the past several decades. Rain or blockage in the channel leads to water overflowing inside the premises, creating a nuisance or leaving a foul smell. Though the water flow is contained when the blocks are removed, it gets back to its old condition after a week." When the TNIE contacted Dr L Arul Sundaresh Kumar, GRH dean, he said, "We are aware of the issue faced by the students residing in the girls' hostel. When it was reported, we immediately removed the silt and blocks from the channels. However, this is temporary, and we have decided to renovate all the drainage and sewage channels as they are old and require extensive work. So, we have sent a proposal to the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME) in Chennai and the renovation cost is estimated to be Rs 2 crore. However, after acceptance, the work will be carried out."
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Time of India
Drug awareness campaigns mark International Day Against Drug Abuse
1 2 Madurai/Trichy: In observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, a series of awareness events were organised in Madurai and Trichy on Thursday, aiming to educate the public—especially students—about the dangers of substance abuse. In Madurai, a human chain rally was flagged off by Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar from the Collectorate. The rally, under the theme "Drug-Free Tamil Nadu," involved around 300 college students raising awareness against drug abuse. At Madurai Medical College, the department of psychiatry organized competitions on topics related to drug abuse prevention, with events such as poetry, poster-making, slogan-writing, and short films. Winners were awarded prizes at a ceremony presided over by the college dean, Dr L Arul Sundaresh Kumar. In a similar event, Madurai city police commissioner J Loganathan launched a drug-free awareness rally organized by the anti-drug club of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College. Approximately 1,000 students participated, pledging to stay away from drugs. The rally, which proceeded from the college to Pasumalai, featured students carrying placards and raising slogans to discourage drug use. Similar programs were organized by other schools and colleges in the city. In Trichy, over 250 participants took part in a rally organized by the department of psychiatry at KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College, in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital. The rally, which began at the Collector's Office and ended at the college auditorium, was followed by awareness lectures focused on this year's theme: "Breaking the Chains! Prevention, Treatment and Recovery for All. " Trichy district collector V Saravanan administered an anti-drug pledge and flagged off the rally. Dr. S. Kumaravel, Dean of KAP Medical College, emphasized that addiction is a "whirlpool" that can pull people in without their knowledge, urging the public to resist not just narcotics, but also dependencies on tobacco, electronic devices, and internet overuse. Meanwhile, students at Government High School, Kalkandar Fort, participated in an anti-drug program titled "Don't Enter Our Area," aimed at curbing the sale and use of drugs near educational institutions. The event featured speeches by Prabhu, Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, and senior defense advocate Saraboji, who warned students about the dangers of evil influences. Students took an anti-drug pledge and wore badges with the message "Say No to Drugs. " They also visited nearby shops to ensure compliance with regulations against drug sales near schools. MSID:: 122094938 413 |
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
GRH sets up 50-bed Covid-19 ward as precaution
Madurai: Amid a recent uptick in Covid-19 cases across Tamil Nadu, Government Rajaji Hospital (GRH) in Madurai has set up a dedicated 50-bed isolation ward as a precautionary step. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While no active cases have been reported in the city, health officials are urging the public to wear masks and maintain hand hygiene in crowded areas. The isolation facility includes 30 beds for adults and 20 for children. GRH dean Dr L Arul Sundaresh Kumar said the hospital is fully prepared to manage any potential Covid-19 cases, following directions from the state health department. "We have ample supplies of medicines and oxygen. OPD staff have been instructed to wear masks and follow hygiene protocols. Covid testing will be conducted only if deemed necessary," he said, adding that fever cases are being closely monitored. Health officials clarified there has been no spike in Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) or Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) cases. "There were a few fever cases after the rains, but no clusters or surges have been identified. People are advised to avoid self-medication and seek medical advice for persistent symptoms," an official said. Surveillance has also been tightened at Madurai airport. Passengers arriving from abroad with fever or cough are being screened and isolated if needed. A 16-member monitoring team has been deployed for airport vigilance. MSID:: 121652081 413 |
