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Pune GBS Outbreak: Cases Extend Beyond Sinhagad Road Cluster

The outbreak of suspected Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in Pune has extended beyond the initial cluster in the Sinhagad Road area, with new cases emerging across multiple parts of the district. The situation has raised concerns among both health officials and residents as the number of affected individuals continues to grow.According to the Public Health Department, GBS cases were initially reported in clusters from Nanded Gaon, Sinhagad Road, Nanded City, Khadakwasla, and Dhayari.
However, suspected cases have now surfaced in areas such as Thergaon, Mundhwa, Maval, Khed, Chikhali, Pimple Gurav, Wagholi, Dhankawdi, Talegaon, Chakan, Pimpri, Kothrud, Ravet, and Moshi, among others. Despite this spread, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) officials have not yet identified a common link between the new cases and the earlier cluster.Statewide, 158 GBS cases (127 confirmed) and 5 suspected deaths have been reported. These include 31 cases from PMC83 from newly added PMC villages18 from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC)18 from Pune rural, and 8 from other districts.“The spread from one area to many is worrying. We’re concerned for our children’s safety, and the authorities must act swiftly,” said Amol Jadhav, a Kothrud resident.Dr. Nina Borade, PMC health chief, acknowledged the rise in cases but urged the public not to panic.
She explained, “These cases are being reported more systematically now, and we’ve initiated surveillance in newly affected areas.” While a common water source was identified in the Sinhagad Road cluster, no such link has been found for the new cases.Efforts to contain the outbreak are underway. Local administrations (PMC, PCMC, and Pune rural) have intensified surveillance and prevention measures. Dr. Laxman Gophane, PCMC health chief, stated, “We’ve deployed 16 teams for household surveys, covering 13,232 houses so far. Citizens are advised to consume only cooked food and boiled water.”Residents have been urged to stay vigilant for symptoms like weakness, tingling, or difficulty walking and seek immediate medical attention if needed.
Ziya Khan

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