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Food poisoning incidents in Uttar Pradesh
Overview
Multiple incidents of mass food poisoning have been reported in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India.
In the Amethi district, 102 people, including 39 children, fell ill after consuming food at a village fair in Kotwa. Victims experienced vomiting and diarrhea. Authorities arrested a food stall operator and an oil supplier, and police registered cases under the Food Safety and Standards Act. Most patients were stable, though 17 individuals were referred to a medical college due to severe symptoms.
In the Siddharthnagar district, more than 150 people reportedly fell ill after consuming golgappa from a local vendor during Diwali festivities. Patients in Kalanakhor Pedari and surrounding villages developed symptoms approximately two days after consumption. At least 30 to 33 patients were admitted to emergency departments, with 18 children admitted to a pediatric intensive care unit. Medical officials stated that all admitted patients are currently stable.
Entities
Uttar Pradesh · Kalanakhor Pedari · Amethi · Siddharthnagar · Shiv Kumar
Timeline
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesSiddharthnagar food poisoning: Over 150 people fall ill
Over 150 people in Uttar Pradesh, India, fell ill after eating golgappa from a local vendor, with more than 30 people, including children, hospitalised for vomiting and diarrhoea.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesAmethi food poisoning: 102 people fall ill after eating at village fair
Over 100 people, including many children, fell ill after eating snacks at a fair in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. Two suspects have been arrested following a police investigation into food safety violations.
Sources
avenuemail.in · tezzbuzz.com