She is currently on ventilator support with severe injuries to her brain, lungs, and spine, according to hospital officials.
Published Dec 29, 2024 | 9:27 PM ⚊ Updated Dec 30, 2024 | 8:29 AM
Kochi Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas has sustained severe head injuries after falling from the VIP gallery during a dance programme at Kaloor Stadium, Kochi.
Kerala’s sole woman Congress MLA Uma Thomas is in critical condition after falling 20 feet from the VIP gallery at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium Kaloor, Kochi during a Bharatanatyam performance. She is currently on ventilator support with severe injuries to her brain, lungs, and spine, according to hospital officials.
The incident occurred during a performance featuring 12,000 dancers, led by actor Divya Unni. Also in attendance were Minister Saji Cherian and Kochi City Police Commissioner Putta Vimaladithya. Eyewitnesses reported that Thomas, who represents the Thrikkakara assembly constituency, lost consciousness upon impact, and a pipe fell onto her following the fall. The reasons behind her fall are unconfirmed, but sources suggest it may be related to stage management.
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She was rushed to Renai Medicity in Palarivattom and is admitted to the trauma care unit. Medical experts conducted an emergency CT scan and are closely monitoring her condition in intensive care.
Meanwhile, Thomas’s Congress party colleagues have started arriving at the hospital to offer their support.
(Edited by Dese Gowda)
