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Students Hospitalized After School Meal Incident
12 Jul
Summary
- Five students hospitalized with severe food poisoning symptoms.
- Incident occurred after consuming an evening meal at a boarding school.
- All affected students are reported to be in stable condition.
Five students at the Navbuddha Bastigrah boarding school in Shahda were hospitalized on Saturday, July 11, 2026, due to severe food poisoning. The students experienced symptoms including vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain after consuming the evening meal.
Local officials, including MLA Rajesh Padvi and Taluka Medical Officer Rajendra Valvi, were on-site to manage the situation. Initially, four students were admitted to a private hospital in Shahada, with a fifth student later referred due to serious discomfort. Approximately 50-60 other students were brought to the hospital for medical examination as a precautionary measure.
Authorities have stated that the situation is under control and all affected students are stable. Relatives of the students have been informed, and a medical team, including civil surgeons and doctors, is monitoring the students. The school is run by the Social Justice Department.
