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Medical & paramedical staff from Indian Armed Forces to be deployed here
With the addition of the units at this centre, the count of beds in the city stands augmented to 7,000, as per reports. DRDO Director, Narendra Kumar Arya, said, "The makeshift hospital at Awadh Shilpgram in Lucknow will be operational from Wednesday noon. The hospital has the capacity of 500 beds, including 150 ICU and 350 general beds which are also equipped with oxygen."
Medical officers and paramedical staff from the Indian Armed Forces will take care of the patients at this complex. In addition to an oxygen plant, a centralised air-conditioning system aligned with WHO protocols, has also been installed in this makeshift hospital. Further, the life-saving care of ventilators is also available here for critically ill patients.
All patients willing to take admission in this latest centre will have to undergo the state procedure via Integrated COVID Command Centre (ICCC). This facility erected by the DRDO authorities, has been given a specific login ID and password for the ICCC web portal. The people will be furnished with all the details regarding the vacancy of beds on this platform but it is to be noted that admissions will be taken only through the consolidated process.
Free-of-cost treatment for COVID patients at this facility
After conducting an inspection of the hospital on Tuesday, the DM affirmed that the site will be equipped with continuous stocks of oxygen and provisions for a regular supply of electricity have also been made. Additionally, repetitive disinfecting drives shall assure sanitisation and cleanliness at this campus.
According to the statements issued by the DRDO doctor, free-of-cost treatment will be given at this facility. He also mentioned that no charge will be levied for the food and medicines offered at this centre. Further, there are additional arrangements for the relatives of the patients on the premises.
Given the current situation, the facility will not be inaugurated formally but the CM will tour through its premises as the hospital becomes functional today. Previously, DRDO has successfully constructed such establishments for COVID patients in Delhi and Ahmedabad too.
Work in full swing at Awadh Shilpgram
In a bid to cement the cracks in the city's crumbling health infrastructure, the Defence Research and Development Organisation is setting up a temporary COVID hospital at Lucknow's Awadh Shilpgram. This facility will have about 350 beds, including 150 ICU beds. Reports have also highlighted that about 40 to 50 beds of this centre will fall under a reservation scheme and will be made available to special cases only.
Besides the raw infrastructure, the hospital has also established its own oxygen plant. At present, it is laying down the groundwork to install pipes that will transport oxygen from the unit to the patient beds. This particular feature will ensure that patients here are not struggling to arrange for oxygen from alternative sources.
In addition to oxygen support beds, ventilator beds and a 24/7 ambulance service have been stationed here, for the benefit of the patients. The hospital will also accommodate doctors, healthcare and other medical staff within the premises to create a bio-bubble. Construction of their rooms also is currently underway. After the completion of this centre, the DRDO authorities will work towards building similar COVID facilities at Haj House and the Defense Expo venue in Lucknow.
Lucknow crosses the second wave swell
Trudging past the horrors of the second wave of coronavirus, Lucknow has managed to restore normalcy with a curbed 0.1% positivity rate in the last week. However, experts have highlighted that continued precaution post the peak of the infection, is crucial to prevent another unprecedented surge.
As such, the district administration has ramped up testing and vaccination in the urban as well as rural limits to guard up against the pandemic. Arrangements for PICUs and NICUs, ahead of the anticipated third wave, are also underway.
Much like the rest of the state, Lucknow has waged a war against the COVID swell and is conducting sampling, testing, tracing, treatment and inoculation, at a war footing. The state capital has been the epicentre of coronavirus rise in Uttar Pradesh and thus, it also established its agency as the most sought treatment hub of the same. The district saw the establishment of several provisional facilities through the months of April and May to fill up the cracks of the collapsing healthcare system.
UP achieves 1 crore vaccination target on Thursday
While Lucknow pushed its resources to set up mega inoculation centres and other sites to expedite jab coverage, with efficiency, the state achieved the 1 crore vaccination target on Thursday. Facilitated under the banner of the state's Mission June, the Uttar Pradesh administration had set an ambition of inoculating about 1 crore people in June and the target was achieved days before its deadline, the Additional Chief Secretary of Health, informed. Lucknow has provided around 13.2 lakh doses of the vaccine, while UP's total stand over the 2.8 crore mark, as yet.
For RT-PCR Testing (Home Collection)- Set 1
| Sr. No. | Test Facility | Contact Number | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifecare diagnostics | 0522-4104948, 0522- 4063822, 7388889807, 9935039116 | Indira Nagar |
| 2 | Sachin Shukla (IDC) | 9559380308 | |
| 3 | Midland Diagnostics | 05224042888 | Mahanagar |
| 4 | Nivaran Pathology | 9026430747, 8318620867, 9670129179 | Aliganj |
| 5 | Narendra | 7307255605 | |
| 6 | ARL Healthcare | 8004465333 | |
| 7 | Sanjivini Hospital & Research Centre | 7307315979 | All across the city |
Set 2
| Sr. No. | Test Facility | Contact Number | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandan Hospital | 0522-6666666, 8795076333 | Kamta |
| 2 | Indra Diagnostic | 7706041643, 7408441711, 9169677072 | Indra Nagar |
| 3 | RML | 4034100-130 (30 lines), 4077180, 2788444, 9415893618 | |
| 4 | Park Diagnostic | 0522-2238787 | Park Road |
| 5 | BRD Hospital | 0522-2329507 | Mahanagar |
| 6 | Pathkind Lab | 9695599550 | |
| 7 | RML | 9453990393 | Home Collection |
For RT-PCR/Rapid Antigen Testing-
| Sr. No. | Test Facility | Contact Number | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHC Itaunja | 9452243857 | |
| 2 | CHC Kakori | 884053749 | |
| 3 | CHC BKT | 8009042229 | Indora Bagh Tehsil Road |
| 4 | CHC Gosaiganj | 7388015627 | |
| 5 | CHC Guramba | 9451407195 | |
| 6 | CHC Malihabad | 9473560927 | |
| 7 | CHC Mall | 9695563349 | Jehta Mall Road |
| 8 | CHC Mohanlalganj | 7800179943 | |
| 9 | CHC Nagram | 9415626722 | |
| 10 | CHC Sarojini Nagar @UPHC Nadarganj | 9415787825 | Kanpur Road |
| 11 | Community Health Centre, Awadh Vihar Colony | 9453146331 | Chinhat |
| 12 | Rani Laxmi Bai Combined Hospital | 0522-2661370I | Rajajipuram |
| 13 | SPM Civil Hospital | 9044525660 | Mall Avenue |
| 14 | TB Hospital, Thakurganj | 9450390049 | Thakurganj |
| 15 | UCHC Aishbagh | 05222651101 | |
| 16 | UCHC Aliganj | 0522-6406691 | Chadralok |
| 17 | UCHC Indira Nagar | 6389020369 | |
| 18 | UCHC Red Cross | 6389020364 | Qaisar Bagh |
| 19 | UCHC Silver Jubilee | 7054611610 | Qaisar Bagh |
| 20 | UCHC Tudiahanj, Khala Bazar | 6389020367 | Old Labour Colony |
| 21 | UCHC Nawal Kishore Road | 8299390058 | Hazratganj |
| 22 | Urban Training Centre | 8874201726 | Alambagh |
| 23 | Balrampur Hospital | 83037077701 | |
| 24 | RML Aliganj | 8081749925 | Aliganj |
Lucknow to get a new a COVID dedicated hospital at Awadh Shilp Gram
In a recent meeting with the members of Team 11, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh announced that a new COVID hospital shall be set up in the Awadh Shilp Gram. Equipped with all facilities for the treatment of COVID patients, this facility would boost the healthcare infrastructure in the city.
This move comes after DRDO announced its plans to establish two makeshift hospitalisation facilities with over 2,000 beds. Reportedly, these hospitals will be set up at the Haj House and Golden Blossom Resort. Observing the grim state of affairs, such interventions become the need of the hour!
Break the chain of infections through early testing!
On Friday, Lucknow recorded an all-time high of 6,598 cases, crossing the 6k-mark and reported 35 deaths. While the active case tally stands at 40,753, Lucknow has been a witness to 1,33,893 COVID affected individuals till now. Thus, it is important to follow all COVID guidelines and get tested as soon as you spot the initial symptoms. Through early testing, you would not only protect yourself but also break the chain of contamination.
Completely locked Sundays till May 15
Attempting to block the chain of infections, complete lockdown with extensive restrictions shall be observed in the city on all Sundays till May 15. During the period of this blanket ban, the municipal authorities will conduct comprehensive sanitisation activities at all markets and public spots in Lucknow. With an aim to curb amplified viral contamination, the lockdown would limit all movements in the city on Sundays, except for essential services!
Resumed online classes & revived work from home schedules
Almost a year after no or partial on-campus classes, schools opened their gates for students of all grades, in the month of March but the second wave has brought the situation back to square one. While pupils have resorted back to virtual classes, a string of offices in the city have also pulled their shutters down, leading to work from home schedules. Observing the dire circumstances that have enveloped the city today, homes are the safest places to be at!
Night Curfews from 8 PM to 7 AM
Striving to arrest a further escalation in cases, Lucknow stands clamped under daily night curfews from 8 PM to 7 AM. During this period, all places other than those providing necessary and essential services are prohibited to function and all kinds of movements are banned. All defaulters of this restraint, shall have to bear the consequences of their irresponsible actions!
Sealed markets across the city
While summer evenings witnessed swarms of Lucknowites flocking to the central markets of Aminabad, Hazratganj and Bhootnath, the streets of these hubs stand empty with all establishments shut down. Alarmed by the accentuated spread of infections, some traders' associations opted for voluntary closure of all the shops and it is expected that the markets would restart operations a few days later.
Constant upgrade of medical infrastructure for COVID patients
The expanding needs for hospital beds have resulted in the conversion of KGMU and Balrampur hospitals into dedicated COVID facilities. Besides this, a makeshift hospital will be set up at Awadh Shilp Gram and DRDO has also planned for establishing alternative avenues for COVID victims at Golden Blossom Resort and the Haj House. Given the increasing requirements, such measures have changed the face of the city's medical infrastructure!
Fines upto ₹10K for not following the masking protocol
Though masking is the first line of defence against the contagion, the city folks were showing laxity in adhering to the stated guidelines. Making a note of this, a fine amount of ₹1,000 has been announced for unmasked individuals. If any citizen is found violating this protocol on multiple occasions, the fine would be raised to ₹10,000!
Stalled Navratri Bhandaras, Iftaaris at home
Ramadan and Navratri kick-started together this year and it would have been a gala of events and gatherings, only if everything was normal. Sending all our plans for a toss, the 2nd COVID wave has cancelled all Navratri festivities and forced us to observe iftaaris within the confines of our homes. The lanes of old Lucknow which thrived with bustling crowds during these times, stand nearly vacant today!
Knock Knock
After we fared our ways through the first wave of accelerated infections, we didn't wish to encounter a second spread. But even before we could take a sigh of relief, it is back and in a comparatively deadlier form. So if you still aren't behaving in an aware and responsible way, we urge you to stay home, stay safe and save yourself from being a Covid'iot!
Strengthening Lucknow's healthcare system
To boost the medical infrastructure in Lucknow, King George's Medical University and Balrampur Hospital have been turned into dedicated COVID facilities. This move will open up hospital bed vacancy for the new COVID patients. To further ensure hospitalisation of an infected individual, the state has circulated an order which says that heavy fines shall be levied on the hospitals that turn away COVID patients.
In a recent meeting with the members of Team 11, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh announced that a new COVID hospital shall be set up in the Awadh Shilp Gram. Equipped with all facilities for the treatment of COVID patients, relieving the city hospitals that are encountering humongous pressure due to the city's high active tally and patients from neighbouring cities too.
Meanwhile, the DRDO has also announced its plans to establish two makeshift hospitalisation facilities with over 2,000 beds. Reportedly, these hospitals will be set up at the Haj House and Golden Blossom Resort.
Helpline numbers for COVID-19 emergencies
Lucknow is witnessing a dynamic escalation of cases due to which it has noted an acute crunch in the basic treatment facilities such as hospital beds, medicines and other resources. While patients and their families are dealing with these severe crunches, the Municipal authorities have issued a list of helpline numbers that may be contacted for the various virus-related emergencies.
1. Dr Ravi Pandey, CMO control room 7007111277, 7376019029,
2. Dr Abhay Yadav DM covid control room 8787253357
3. Dr A K Chodhry CMO office 9411478966
4. Dr Rahul Arya CMO office 9506790398
5. Dr K K Saxena CMO office 9415109308
6. ADM Transport 9415005005.
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Banarasi Paan, Mirzapuri Achar & Dilli Ki Chaat
Right on the entrance to the food area of the Hunar Haat, you will be greeted by an enticing assortment of Paans. Pineapple, Vanilla, Gulkand, Malai and a lot more, you name it and they have it! Walk a little further and you will be welcomed the traditional Kashmiri way with a stall of dry fruits from the heavenly state. And, on its right, lies the busiest section of the food-fair, a line-up of tangy Golgappe stalls supplemented by flavorful Chaats. Not to miss, the counter from Mirzapur, which is offering over a dozen kinds of piquant pickles.
From sumptuous kebabs of the north to the succulent Idlis from the south!
The stalls from the north are undoubtedly a haven for all lovers of Chicken & Mutton. From the Desi Ghee Mutton & Amritsari fried fish to the choicest options for Kebabs, Seekh and Shawarma, the drool-worthy varieties of Awadhi & Mughali food will win your heart at the very first sight! Amongst the other relished attractions are Shami Kebab, Korma Biryani and a string of other appetizing dishes. And that's not all, for there is something that adds to your royal gastronomical experience- the stall from Goa with an array of one of the most relished varieties of seafood including prawns, pomfrets and Surmai fish fry, definitely deserves your attention.
Vegetarians need not be gloomy in this section for the scrumptious servings of Paneer and the Multani Chhole Chawal are a one-stop solution to all your cravings. And what's the highlight, you ask? The stall from Punjab offering wedding special thali, Makke Di Roti, Sarso Da Saag & crispy Paranthas with a range of opulent fillings.
If you are somebody who drools at the sight of South Indian food, Hunar Haat covers your desires too! Stroll towards the end of this food-center till you find the stall from Kerala wooing you with its idlis, vadas, uttapams and the most loved choices for Dosas.
Thupkas from the east or Kachoris from the west, all in one place!
While Hunar Haat's food hub has something for everyone, it promises one of the most delightful experiences to admirers of flavours from western India. Whether it is Rajasthan's Dal Baati, crunchy Pyaz & Mawa Kachoris or Gujarat's Khakhra, Dabeli, Thepla & Kesariya Jalebi, be assured to be treated with a range of delicacies. Additionally Maharashtra's Misal Pav, Vada Pav & Pav Bhaji are beautifully complemented by Indori Poha & Khopra Pattice from Madhya Pradesh.
Moving to the eastern side of the country, the stalls from Bihar and North-east India are a major highlight. Bihar's Baati Chokha on one side and an array of Momos, Thupkas & Chinese dishes on the other, we wonder what your heart would be if not confused! Bihar's stall is also a paradise for all food-enthusiasts with a sweet tooth, offering a list of sugary recipes including Chandrakala, Thekua, Khaaja & everyone's favourite, Gulab Jamun! If you seek to dive deeper into the Hindustani dishes, you simply cannot miss Uttarakhand's Sabudana Vada & pancakes(Cheela)from Chhatisgarh.
Knock Knock
We attempted to bring you the entire menu but couldn't, for who can walk through a street of diverse flavours without seeking to nibble it all! If we try to remember what fascinated us the most, we would just be muddled up amid our thoughts but Tandoori Chai, Shaahi Toast, the special stall dedicated to Chai or the Makkhan malai are surely some of the unmissable servings at Hunar Haat. You must remember that it is not every day that myriad tastes from different nooks and corners of the country come to one spot in Lucknow. So, if you don't wish to miss the coolest thing in the city these days, you know where you need to be!
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Attention sweet lovers! Lucknow's Gur Mahotsav is round the corner!
Lucknow's Gur Mahotsav will have specially crafted stalls of jaggery, chocolates, sweets, candies and kheer up for grabs! The Indian Council of Agricultural Research and the Sugarcane Research Institute have jointly prepared chocolate and other products from jaggery in different flavours. These products will be on display and sale here, luring sweet-lovers to extend their support and encouragement to the farmers while promoting agro-activities in several parts of the state.
Did you know?
- Muzzafarnagar in Uttar Pradesh is known to be the biggest producer of gur or jaggery in the state. This agro-based district has been traditionally making gur for the last 50 years. Jaggery made here is exported to other states like Gujarat, Rajasthan and Haryana.
- Gur is also listed as Muzzafarnagar and Ayodhya's indigenous product under the Uttar Pradesh ODOP scheme.
- This sweetener is sometimes referred to as "non-centrifugal sugar," because it is not spun during processing to remove the nutritious molasses. It is also called the healthy replacement for sugar, by many.
- Experts have also highlighted that 'gur' alone can be used to treat malnutrition by fortifying jaggery with vitamins as it is rich in iron, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A and B in sufficient amounts.
- Jaggery has multiple medicinal properties and is an excellent source of immediate energy.
With so many reasons to like Gur, we are sure you are as excited as us to catch the first glimpse of this Gur Mahotsav in Lucknow. So make sure you don't miss this unique celebration and festive flair, that will be happening soon in the city. Gather your friends and family and get ready to taste the amazing varieties of the indigenous gur here!
