India, March 16 -- In a major relief for patients diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has extended its financial assistance for the affected until March 31. The move aims to support patients struggling with the high cost of medical treatment for the rare neurological disorder, said officials on Saturday.

As per officials, Pune district reported an unusual spike in GBS cases since January 9, 2025, with cases being reported in clusters from areas like Nande Gaon, Nanded, Dhayari, Kirkitwadi, and Khadakwasla, amongst others in Pune civic limits. Till date, 141 GBS cases and nine suspected GBS deaths have been reported. PMC had declared financial assistance to GBS patients on January 13. However...