VISAKHAPATNAM: More than 10 people affected by styrene gas leakage from the LG Polymers in Visakhapatnam got discharged from King George Hospital (KGH) and other private hospitals on Sunday.
On Thursday’s gas leak at the LG Polymers plant, 12 people died and over 400 fell ill and the affected were admitted to KGH and other private hospitals in Visakhapatnam.
The affected complained of dizziness, eye irritation, nausea and breathlessness.
On Sunday, 10 injured persons got discharged from KGH while some other affected including policemen were discharged from the private hospitals.
KGH Superintendent Dr Arjuna said all the patients in KGH are now stable and do not have any major health issues.
“Initially, about three children were having issues related to vision and one of them was having severe eye irritation. However, all of them are stable now and are under observation,” added Dr Arjuna.
“A six-year-old boy, Manideep, who was suffering from severe eye irritation was sent to LV Prasad eye hospital for second opinion after his recovery at KGH. After a consultation at the eye hospital, he was sent home as his vision is clear,” Dr Arjuna said.
“The effect of the gas was different on different people. Especially in children, they have different immunity levels from others. In his case the gas affected his eye majorly than other body parts,” added Dr Arjuna.
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Sai Pallavi has always been selective when it comes to choosing scripts and has turned down several commercial offers over the years. She is known for prioritizing meaningful characters, making this reported collaboration an exciting prospect for audiences.
The actress is also making headlines for her upcoming Telugu film Thandel, starring alongside Naga Chaitanya. The film has generated significant buzz, with Sai Pallavi’s character playing a pivotal role in the story as she embarks on an emotional journey to reunite with her husband, who is imprisoned in a foreign country.
Apart from her Telugu projects, Sai Pallavi is set to make her Bollywood debut with Ramayana, where she will portray the revered role of Goddess Sita. The project is among the most anticipated films in Indian cinema and marks a significant milestone in her career.
Having won the hearts of Telugu audiences with memorable performances in films like Fidaa, Love Story, and Virata Parvam, Sai Pallavi continues to enjoy immense popularity across the industry. Reports suggest that the upcoming Venu Yeldandi directorial will be produced by Dil Raju, with Nithiin playing the male lead. A major portion of the film is expected to be shot in the villages of Telangana, adding authenticity to its rural backdrop.
