With meagre fire safety arrangements, healthcare facilities are at risk of deadly blazes
A pregnant woman lies on a hospital bed. Source: Reuters
Government hospitals established in historic buildings before the creation of Pakistan are operating with outdated and unsafe electrical systems, while most lack proper firefighting arrangements, posing serious risks to patients, staff and visitors.
Civil Hospital, built in 1898, and Jinnah Hospital, established in 1930, have seen a significant increase in departments and patient load over the decades. However, their electrical systems have not been upgraded to meet modern requirements, despite the heavy reliance on electric
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