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92 Students Fall Ill at AP Hostel, CM Naidu Orders Strict Action

Ninety-two students at the Devarapalli Ashram Boys' Hostel in Polavaram district fell ill with symptoms of food poisoning after consuming breakfast. They were shifted to area hospitals, with several initially admitted to the ICU, but all are now reported to be in stable condition. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the incident, directing continuous health monitoring and a report from the District Collector. He further ordered strict departmental and potential criminal action against those found responsible for the incident.

Key Points: AP Hostel Food Poisoning: 92 Students Ill, CM Orders Probe

  • 92 students fell ill with food poisoning
  • Symptoms included vomiting and diarrhoea
  • Students are now in stable condition
  • CM ordered a report and strict action
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AP CM orders action after students fall ill at Ashram Boys' Hostel in Rampachodavaram

92 students fell ill at a tribal boys' hostel in Andhra Pradesh's Polavaram district. CM Chandrababu Naidu orders strict action and a full investigation.

"strict departmental action be taken against those responsible - Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu"

Polavaram, February 9

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the incident of illness of students at Devarapalli Ashram Boys' Hostel in Rampachodavaram of Polavaram district.

Officials informed the Chief Minister that 92 students of the Devarapalli Ashram Boys' Hostel in Rampachodavaram developed symptoms of vomiting, stomach pain, fever and diarrhoea, following which they were immediately shifted to Maredumilli and Rampachodavaram Area Hospitals. They said that the students fell ill after consuming breakfast yesterday morning and were taken to the hospital, where treatment was provided. At present, all students' health is stable.

The officials also informed the Chief Minister that they immediately inspected the hostel and the prevailing conditions there. Medical examinations were also conducted for the remaining students in the hostel, and treatment was provided to those with diarrhoea. A special medical camp was organised, and samples of food items and water were collected. A Joint Inspection Committee has also been established to investigate the incident.

The Chief Minister directed that the health status of students undergoing treatment be continuously monitored. He instructed that regular updates on the students' health be reported to him. The District Collector was directed to submit a report on the incident by tomorrow.

The Chief Minister further ordered that strict departmental action be taken against those responsible for the incident, and, if necessary, criminal proceedings be initiated.

The food poisoning incident was reported on Saturday, Feb 7, at a tribal boys' ashram school in Devarapalli village of Maredumilli mandal, Polavaram district, where 70 tribal students fell ill after consuming food at the hostel. As the students' condition worsened, they were immediately shifted to the Rampachodavaram Area Hospital for treatment. Several students were admitted to the ICU, where doctors and medical staff are providing intensive care. Hospital authorities stated that the students are receiving the best possible treatment and are under close medical observation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good that the CM has ordered action. But this is a recurring problem in many government hostels and mid-day meal schemes. We need a permanent solution, not just firefighting after every incident. Regular, surprise inspections by independent committees are a must.
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Aman W
First and foremost, thank God all the children are stable now. The medical teams did a great job. The focus should now be on ensuring this never happens again. The kitchen staff needs proper training and the food supply chain must be audited strictly.
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Sarah B
While the swift response is commendable, I hope the "strict departmental action" translates to actual consequences for those responsible. Too often, such inquiries lead to suspensions that are quietly revoked later. The children's safety cannot be compromised.
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Karthik V
This is not just about one hostel. It highlights the pathetic state of hygiene in many residential institutions for students, especially in tribal areas. The government needs to allocate more funds specifically for maintenance and kitchen hygiene. Jai Hind.
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Nisha Z
As a mother, this news gives me chills. Imagine the fear of those children. The report must be made public and the corrective measures implemented transparently. We send our kids to hostels for a better future, not to fall ill due to someone's carelessness.

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