In a shocking turn of events during the Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, more than 120 villagers from Parkham and surrounding areas fell seriously ill after consuming fritters made from buckwheat flour bought from a local store. The incident led to symptoms of vomiting, dizziness, and stomach burning, prompting immediate hospital admissions for treatment.
Local authorities reported suspected cases of food poisoning across several villages under Fara police station, with victims experiencing varying degrees of discomfort. Health officials swiftly responded by admitting patients to different hospitals, including SN Medical College Hospital in Agra and District Hospital Mathura.
Dr. Ajay Kumar Verma, the Chief Medical Officer, confirmed the admission of 43 patients to SN Medical College Hospital, highlighting the severity of the situation. As investigations continue, Dr. Bhudev Prasad of the Health Department’s Rapid Response Team emphasized the need for thorough inspections and sample collections from grocery stores in the affected areas.
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