Negligence at Stadium: Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas Suffers Serious Injuries

Thrikkakara Congress MLA Uma Thomas sustained severe head and spinal injuries after a fall at Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium. Her condition is showing some improvement, but she remains on a ventilator. Authorities investigate the safety lapses that led to the accident during an event featuring 12,000 dancers.

Thrikkakara Congress MLA Uma Thomas is recovering after sustaining serious head and spinal injuries from a 15-foot fall at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium. Minister Rajeeve reported signs of improvement in her condition, even as a private hospital confirmed that her lung injury has slightly worsened.

As investigations continue, Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cheriyan criticized the lack of safety at the event, where 12,000 dancers aimed to set a Guinness World Record. He cited a failure to erect a stable stage with proper barricades.

The Kochi city police have registered a case against the event organisers for possible negligence, as Uma Thomas remains on a ventilator with a medical team closely monitoring her recovery.

(With inputs from agencies.)