Scores of people are flocking to the protest site just to avail the free medical facilities
Scores of people are flocking to the protest site just to avail the free medical facilities
While social activist Anna Hazare continued with his fast-unto-death for seventh day on Monday, the Ramlila Maidan was full to its capacity with people. But all were not there to support the movement. Some had come simply to take advantage of the medical centres on the venue, which reportedly are providing good services for free.
Free-dom: The medical camp at Ramlila Maidan, where Anna Hazare
is on an indefinite hunger strike, in New Delhi on Monday.
PIC/Subhash u00a0Barolia
According to volunteers, hundreds of people have come to visit the medical facilities. "More than 2,500 patients have come to the venue since August 19. They are coming here to get treatment as the services are much better than any government hospital," said Vipin Mittal, a member of India Against Corruption (IAC).
'Faint' support
As per the data provided by the medical camps, on an average, nearly 200 people have fainted on the venue and half of them have been referred to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) hospital for respiratory problems.
"It is impossible to keep a track of medicines and other things being used. Unlimited glucose has been given to people coming to the camps. There is, however, no chance for shortage of any kind. We already have everything in surplus quantity," said one of the medical volunteers, who wished to remain anonymous.
Weight loss
On Day 7, Anna had lost 5 kg weight. Doctors said he was fine but his close aides were worried. "He has lost 5 kg in the last seven days", said Manish Sisodia, his close associate.
'Anna is fine'
"His health is okay but we are worried. We still need to keep a close watch. The ketone level in his blood and urine has risen slightly," said Dr Naresh Trehan, chairman and managing director, Medanta.
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