'MLA Uma Thomas on path to speedy recovery'; says Health Minister Veena George

KOCHI: Health Minister Veena George visited MLA Uma Thomas who suffered injuries in a fatal fall from a stage in Kaloor. The minister enquired about the health updates with doctors and it is reported that MLA Uma Thomas is recovering faster than expected. Uma Thomas, for the first time since injury, was able to get up and sit on a chair with the assistance from nursing staff.

As per the instructions of the Minister, the Superintendent of Kottayam Medical College and Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Specialist Dr Jayakumar and his team are evaluating the treatment provided to the MLA. The treatment plan is coordinated by the expert team and the hospital medical board.

The doctors treating the MLA, Anwar Sadath MLA, and Ernakulam Medical College Superintendent Dr Ganesh Mohan accompanied the minister on her visit. On Monday, the High Court strongly criticized Mridanga Vision, the organiser behind the dance program at the Kaloor International Stadium.

Justice PV Kunhikrishnan, who questioned the irrational conduct of taking money from participants, also criticized the magistrate's court decision granting bail to the organizers.

“The organizers were not ready to stop the event despite the MLA suffering a tragic accident. Regardless of the position, whether it is MLA or common man, the organizers should have shown the manners to stop the event after such a terrible accident.” said the Court.