Food Poisoning Outbreak Hits Tribal Ashram Schools in Maharashtra's Palghar District
At least 50 students from various ashram schools in Dahanu taluka, Maharashtra's Palghar district fell ill due to suspected food poisoning and were admitted to hospitals.
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According to officials, the students were admitted to different health facilities in the district, where they are undergoing treatment. The affected schools are located in Dahanu, Palghar, Talasari, and Vasai talukas of the district.
An official report stated that students of an ashram school at Rankol in Dahanu complained of vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, and fever hours after consuming dinner on Monday night. Around 3 am on Tuesday, nearly 28 girl students took ill and were rushed to a nearby health centre, where they are undergoing treatment.
Project Officer at the ITDP in Dahanu, Dr Satyam Gandhi, said that none of the students admitted were serious.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the ashram schools in Dahanu taluka?
At least 50 students from various ashram schools in Dahanu taluka fell ill due to suspected food poisoning and were admitted to hospitals.
Which organization is responsible for providing education to tribal students in Maharashtra?
The Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP) is a government initiative aimed at providing education, healthcare, and other facilities to tribal communities in Maharashtra.
What is being done to investigate the cause of the food poisoning?
Food samples have been collected for analysis, and officials are investigating the cause of the food poisoning.
How many students were affected in the incident at Rankol ashram school?
Nearly 28 girl students took ill and were rushed to a nearby health centre, where they are undergoing treatment.
Who is visiting the hospitals to take stock of the situation?
District Collector Govind Bodke, along with health department and other officials, are visiting the hospitals in Dahanu and Talasari talukas, where the students have been admitted, to take stock of the situation.
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