Mystery Deaths: Forensic Report Offers No Answers

The forensic report has failed to clarify the cause of death for 3-month-old Raha and 4-year-old Mishri Prajapati, deepening the ongoing mystery. The family had claimed the children died from food poisoning after consuming dosas made with store-bought batter. However, the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) reported 'nil' toxins in both the batter and the deceased girls' viscera.

With the FSL findings inconclusive, authorities are now awaiting a panel postmortem report from Civil Hospital to determine the exact cause of death. ACP D V Rana confirmed the report was sent for expert review and that further action would depend on the doctors' opinion. Earlier, toxic substances were detected in the parents' blood samples, which are now being re-tested for confirmation. This lack of clear evidence has led investigators to consider lie-detection tests for the parents and other relatives as a means to gather leads.

Experts noted that the absence of toxins in the batter might be explained by the fact that over 200 other customers consumed food from the same source without ill effects. This suggests any contamination may have occurred locally after purchase. Additionally, severe vomiting and diarrhea in children can reduce detectable toxin levels, and their faster metabolism can lead to more rapid and severe effects from exposure, potentially making a smaller dose lethal.