Eclampsia is defined as women with pre-eclampsia and a convulsion that cannot be attributed to other causes1. Eclampsia is one of the obstetric emergencies where resuscitation plays an important role and requires regular drills to optimise management. Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy has been one of the most important causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide in recent years2, 3. However in majority of the cases eclampsia is preceded by features of pre-eclampsia, imminent eclampsia and found to be more in rural population, young age, unbooked cases and primigravida2,3,4.

The need of the hour is to educate the women and health care workers regarding regular antenatal checkups, frequent BP monitoring, a good knowledge about high-risk symptoms and signs for good pregnancy outcome and to avoid maternal and foetal complications. This can be done with the help of flipcharts, pictures, information reflex and educational videos. The strengthening of existing health care facilities, timely referral system and transportation facilities helps in reducing morbidity and mortality. Appropriate anti-hypertensive management, administration of MgSO4 before referral at any health care facility, timely delivery, fluid management will ensure a good outcome in eclampsia.