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Pune Picnic Turns Perilous: 35 Kids Injured in Bee Attack
6 Jan
Summary
- 35 schoolchildren aged 10-15 were injured in a bee attack during a picnic.
- The incident occurred near Pune at Madhe Ghat after bee hives were disturbed.
- Prompt medical aid prevented fatalities; all students are now stable.
An outing for 35 schoolchildren near Pune took a terrifying turn when a sudden bee swarm attacked them at Madhe Ghat. The children, aged between 10 and 15 years, were on a picnic organized by a Pune-based group when their location near a forested area was disturbed.
The aggressive bees inflicted multiple stings on the students, causing panic, dizziness, and pain. Rescue teams and local residents responded rapidly, providing immediate first aid and transporting the injured to nearby health centers. Medical officials confirmed that prompt treatment averted any fatalities, and all students were discharged after treatment.
This incident has amplified concerns about safety during school excursions in natural settings. Organizers cited potential disturbance by monkeys as the cause, while local officials noted an increase in such attacks at popular trekking sites, urging visitors to take precautions and highlighting the need for better facilities at remote health centers.
