22 Students and 3 Teachers Taken Ill After Breakfast at Kasturba Gandhi Girls School
A suspected case of food poisoning was reported from Regode mandal in Medak district, where 22 students and three teachers of the Kasturba Gandhi Girls School fell ill after consuming morning breakfast on campus.
According to preliminary information, the affected students complained of symptoms such as vomiting, stomach pain, and dizziness shortly after eating the provided meal.
Immediate Medical Response
School authorities quickly alerted local health officials and shifted the students and teachers to a nearby government hospital for medical examination and treatment. Doctors confirmed that all affected individuals are currently under observation.
Medical teams suspect food contamination as the possible cause, though samples of the breakfast have been collected for laboratory testing to determine the exact reason.
Officials Launch Inquiry
District education and health department officials have initiated an inquiry into the incident. The quality of food preparation, storage conditions, and hygiene standards in the school kitchen are being examined.
Authorities have assured parents that necessary measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. Further details are expected after medical reports and food analysis results are available.
Concern Among Parents
The incident has caused concern among parents and locals in the region. Officials emphasized that the condition of the affected students and teachers is stable.
The administration has reiterated its commitment to maintaining food safety standards in educational institutions across the district.
