Chandigarh ( Punjab ) [India], October 21 (ANI): Chandigarh is witnessing a rise in firecracker-related injuries this Diwali season, with over 30 patients, many suffering from serious eye and head trauma, treated so far. According to Professor SS Pandav from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh , most cases have been reported from Punjab , Chandigarh , Mohali, and even as far as Indore.

Speaking to ANI, Pandav emphasised that they are prepared for more such cases as Diwali celebrations are underway in some regions.

"We have been receiving an increased number of patients with injuries, particularly head and eye injuries caused by fireworks. Till now, around 30-35 patients have been treated. Most of these patients are from Punjab , Chandigarh ,

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