Four New Suspected GBS Cases Reported in Pune; 33 Contaminated Water Sources Identified
Pune, 5th February 2025: The Maharashtra Public Health Department has reported four new suspected cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in Pune, bringing the total number of suspected cases to 170. Meanwhile, laboratory tests have found 33 contaminated water sources across the city, raising concerns about potential environmental triggers for the outbreak.
According to official data, 132 cases have been confirmed so far, with five suspected deaths linked to the disorder. The majority of cases have been reported from newly added villages in the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) limits (86 cases), followed by Pune city (33 cases), Pimpri Chinchwad (22 cases), Pune rural (21 cases), and other districts (8 cases).
Current Patient Status
- 62 patients have recovered and been discharged.
- 61 patients remain in intensive care units (ICU).
- 20 patients are on ventilator support.
Age Group (Years): Number of Patients
0-9 : 3
10-19 : 22
20-29 : 23
30-39 : 38
40-49 : 21
50-59 : 22
60-69 : 25
70-79 : 14
80-89 : 2
Grand Total : 170
Health Department’s Response
A state-level rapid response team has been deployed to the affected areas, and surveillance activities have been intensified in Pune and surrounding regions. Additionally, 173 water samples have been sent for testing, with 33 sources confirmed as contaminated. The public has been urged to drink boiled water and maintain strict hygiene while handling food.
Guidance for Citizens
- Drink only boiled or filtered water.
- Consume fresh, properly cooked food; avoid stale or undercooked meat.
- Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms such as sudden muscle weakness, paralysis, or prolonged diarrhea occur.
Private medical practitioners have been instructed to report any suspected GBS cases to public health authorities. The health department has assured citizens that preventive and control measures are in place and urged people not to panic.
For water testing and GBS-related queries, residents can contact:
- PMC Helpline: 020-25501269, 25506800
- PCMC Helpline: 7758933017
