India, May 10 -- As the military conflict between India and Pakistan escalates and spreads beyond the border areas, hospitals across the city are preparing for large-scale health emergencies by adding extra beds, training their staff and stocking critical drugs and medical supplies including blood. Deans of several hospitals are calling for reactivation of COVID-era protocols while state health authorities are holding review meetings and conducting audits to assess emergency preparedness. The state government is also considering the possibility of cancelling summer vacations for senior doctors.

The state-run JJ Hospital has set up two dedicated wards with 52 beds across two floor to handle sudden medical emergencies. The wards are equipp...