Safety Lapses at Stadium Lead to Tragedy for Congress MLA Uma Thomas

Uma Thomas, the Congress MLA, is in critical condition with severe head and spinal injuries after falling from a stadium gallery. The incident occurred during a record-breaking dance event. Police have filed a case against the organisers for safety flaws, and a detailed investigation is ongoing.

Uma Thomas, Congress MLA, remains in critical condition after suffering severe head and spinal injuries from a fall at Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, hospital sources confirmed.

The Kochi city police have launched an investigation and filed a case against the event organisers for alleged negligence and safety lapses.

The fall happened during 'Mridanga Naadam', a Bharatanatyam event aiming for a Guinness World Record, involving 12,000 dancers, including Divya Unni. Police Commissioner Putta Vimaladitya inspected the site, as medical teams closely monitor Uma Thomas's health.

(With inputs from agencies.)