India, Nov. 9 -- The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, recorded 42 patients with burn injuries during the Diwali period, including 11 who were seriously hurt, according to figures released by the hospital on Monday.

Dr Maneesh Singhal, head of AIIMS' department of plastic, reconstructive and burns surgery, said 31 of the 42 patients had sustained minor burns.

Of the 11 seriously injured patients, four are in the intensive care unit and seven are being treated in general wards. Eight patients remain admitted, including one in serious condition, while five have undergone surgery so far.

Children accounted for a significant share of the cases. Six patients were below the age of 10, including an eight-year-old who suf...