Over 70 children fell ill after consuming mid-day meals at a school in Madhubura district, Bihar, leading to panic among teachers and school officials.
In Madhubura district, Bihar, a significant disturbance occurred when more than 70 children fell ill shortly after consuming their mid-day meals at the Utkrimit Madhya Vidyalaya Karu Tola, Sahugadh. The children began experiencing symptoms such as vomiting, stomach pain, and anxiety, prompting a state of chaos within the school as staff and faculty sought immediate help for the affected students. Reports suggest that a lizard may have fallen into the food, which is currently under investigation to determine the exact cause of the illness among the children.
Teachers promptly informed local authorities and health officials about the situation. An ambulance and private vehicles assisted in transporting the sick children to the Madhubura district hospital for medical care. Upon arrival, a team of doctors began treating the children, and the majority were assessed to be stable and out of immediate danger. However, one girl's condition was reported as serious, raising concerns among parents and the community regarding food safety and hygiene standards in the mid-day meal program.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the quality of food provided in school lunch programs in India, especially in rural areas where monitoring can be lax. Investigations are underway to confirm the causes of the children's illness and to prevent such occurrences in the future. Community members and parents are urged to advocate for better food safety practices to ensure the health and well-being of the children in these critical nutrition programs.
