Pune GBS Outbreak: 127 Affected, 20 on Ventilator, 2 Dead – Govt Issues Advisory
Pune Divisional Commissioner Orders Disciplinary Action Over GBS Outbreak, Contaminated Water Supply
The Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune has intensified, with cases surging to 127 and two reported fatalities. Health authorities have ramped up emergency measures, including hospital bed reservations, public awareness campaigns, and increased surveillance.
Current GBS Situation in Pune
Total Cases: 127 (72 confirmed)
Fatalities: 2 reported deaths
Patients on Ventilator: 20
District-Wise Breakdown:
- 23 from Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) areas
- 73 from newly merged PMC villages
- 13 from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC)
- 9 from Pune Rural
- 9 from other districts
Age wise Patient details
Age Group Total
0-9 22
10-19 18
20-29 30
30-39 16
40-49 13
50-59 18
60-69 10
Government Response & Preventive Actions
State-Level Rapid Response Team deployed to affected areas.
Increased Surveillance: House-to-house inspections covering 52,283 households in PMC, PCMC, and rural areas.
Water & Food Safety Measures: 144 water samples tested; 8 found contaminated. Citizens advised to drink boiled water and consume fresh food.
Expert Team Deployed: The Central Government has sent a seven-member expert team to assist Maharashtra in monitoring and managing the crisis.
Lab Testing:
- 121 stool samples tested; 21 positive for Norovirus, 5 for Campylobacter.
- 25 cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples analyzed; 1 positive for Epstein-Barr virus.
- 200 blood samples tested negative for Zika, Dengue, and Chikungunya.
GBS Symptoms & WHO Guidelines
Early Symptoms:
- Weakness or tingling in legs, spreading to arms and face.
- Difficulty walking or sudden paralysis.
- Severe cases may lead to breathing, speaking, and swallowing difficulties.
Medical Advice:
- If you experience symptoms, immediately visit a government hospital.
- GBS is not an epidemic, and most patients recover with treatment.
Helpline & Public Awareness
📞 GBS Helpline Numbers: 020-25506800, 25501269, 67801500
Citizen Advisory:
Drink only boiled water and avoid contaminated sources.
Consume fresh and fully cooked food; avoid stale or partially cooked meat.
Private doctors advised to report GBS cases to public health authorities.
The Pune health department assures citizens there is no need to panic, as preventive measures are actively being implemented. Stay informed, take precautions, and report any symptoms immediately.
