Timely AID at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital Helps Collegians Recover After Suffering Severe Electrocution

TIMELY AID AT FORTIS HIRANANDANI HOSPITAL HELPS COLLEGIANS RECOVER AFTER SUFFERING SEVERE ELECTROCUTION  

- The students suffered electric shocks from exposed underground live wires that were submerged in a waterlogged stretch; comprehensive ICU care helped prevent complications - 

  Doctors at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, Navi Mumbai successfully treated two college students who suffered severe electric shocks, on July 1st 2026, after coming in contact with exposed underground live electrical wires submerged in a waterlogged stretch at Nerul, Navi Mumbai. The collegegoers, 17-year-old Shubhangi Balkhande and her friend 19-year-old Ujwala Wagh, were initially taken to a city hospital in Nerul and later transferred to Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi on 1st July 2026 for specialized critical care. They were managed under the care of Dr. Swapnil Khadke, HOD & Consultant – Critical Care, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai. 

 The incident occurred when the two students stepped into a waterlogged stretch while returning from college and they were struck by live current. Both collapsed on the spot and were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital by a rickshaw driver, following which Subhash Balkhande (42), father of Shubhangi Balkhande, requested their transfer to Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, for advanced critical care. Both patients were shifted to Fortis the same day, within a few hours of the incident. 

 At Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, both patients were evaluated at the emergency department, and their treatment was initiated immediately. On admission, they were drowsy but responsive and presented with symptoms including generalized weakness, fatigue, body pain, upper back pain, tingling sensations, and acid-base balance. Considering the potential complications associated with electrical injuries, both patients were admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for close monitoring and remained under critical care observation for five days. 

 Electrical injuries can sometimes cause internal damage even when there are no major visible injuries on the body. The electric current can affect muscles, heart function, body chemistry, and kidney health, making timely medical evaluation and continuous monitoring important to prevent complications. Both patients were treated with intravenous fluids, antibiotics, supportive care, and regular monitoring of their vital organ functions. Doctors closely tracked Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) levels - a blood marker that helps assess muscle damage after an electrical injury. Their CPK levels showed steady improvement during treatment. Both patients maintained normal kidney function with adequate urine output and did not develop any kidney-related complications. As Ujwala experienced persistent upper back pain, additional evaluations were conducted, which confirmed that there were no major underlying concerns and the discomfort was likely related to muscle and soft tissue injury caused by the electrical shock. 

 Speaking about the treatment approach, Dr. Swapnil Khadke, HOD & Consultant – Critical Care, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, Navi Mumbai said, “Electrical injuries require careful monitoring as complications may not always be immediately visible. In these patients, early transfer to a specialized critical care facility, prompt fluid management, continuous ICU monitoring, and regular assessment of muscle, kidney, and cardiac parameters helped us identify and manage potential complications at the right time. The gradual reduction in CPK levels and stable organ function were encouraging signs of recovery. A coordinated multidisciplinary approach played an important role in ensuring successful outcomes.” 

 With timely medical intervention and continuous monitoring, both patients showed gradual clinical improvement and were shifted from the ICU to the ward on 4th July 2026. They are currently clinically stable, were able to walk, and have shown significant improvement in their overall health condition; both patients have been discharged today.  

Speaking about the recovery of the patients, Dr. Ashutosh Pandey, Facility Director, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, said, “At our hospital the priority is to ensure rapid access to advanced medical care during emergencies. Electrical injuries require a coordinated approach involving emergency care, critical care, nursing, and multiple support teams. The successful recovery of these young patients reflects the importance of rapid intervention, specialized infrastructure, and the dedication of our clinical teams in delivering patient-centric care.”  

Expressing his gratitude, Mr Subhash Balkhande, father of Ms Shubhangi Balkhande, said, “It was a very difficult moment for our family when we came to know about the incident. I am extremely happy and relieved that both Shubhangi and Ujwala have recovered well. I am thankful to the rickshaw driver who helped them immediately and to the doctors and entire team at Fortis for providing timely treatment and taking excellent care of both girls. Seeing them recover and return to normal life has brought great relief to our family.”  

The recovery of these two college students highlights the importance of immediate medical attention following electrical injuries. Early diagnosis, specialized critical care support, and continuous monitoring can significantly reduce the risk of complications and improve recovery outcomes in patients affected by electrocution.