India, Oct. 20 -- Mysuru, Oct. 20 (VVH&BCT)- While Deepavali is celebrated as festival of lights, it also casts a shadow over many lives each year due to firecracker-related accidents.

Mysuru's K.R. Hospital has geared up to handle such emergencies. A special ward, comprising 10 beds for male patients and 10 beds for female patients, has been reserved to treat injuries caused by firecracker explosions, and round-the-clock medical

services will be available.

Eye injuries are among the most commonly reported cases during Deepavali. In response, K.R. Hospital has set up a dedicated ophthalmology ward, along with facilities to treat burn injuries.

According to Mysore Medical College and Research Institute Dean K.R. Dakshayani, patients su...