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More than 80 school children across Karnataka have been hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning incidents. The affected students come from government schools in both Belagavi and Vijayanagar districts. Local residents reported that a lizard contamination might have caused one of the poisoning cases. Fortunately, medical authorities confirm that all children are now out of danger and recovering well.

Key Points: 80 Karnataka School Children Hospitalised After Suspected Food Poisoning

  • 60 students fell ill after breakfast at Morarji Desai Residential School in Belagavi district
  • 25 children hospitalised from Government Primary School in Vijayanagar district
  • Residents claim lizard contamination in food caused second poisoning incident
  • Congress MLC Prakash Hukkeri visited hospital to monitor treatment progress
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More than 80 school children hospitalised due to 'food poisioning' in Karnataka

Over 80 students in Belagavi and Vijayanagar districts hospitalised after suspected food poisoning incidents at government schools. All children reported out of danger.

"Residents alleged that a lizard had fallen into the food, which went unnoticed by the cooks, leading to the tragedy. - Local Authorities"

Vijayanagar, Sep 12

More than 80 school children were admitted to the hospital due to suspected food poisoning in Belagavi and Vijayanagar districts of Karnataka on Friday.

About 60 students residing at the government-run Morarji Desai Residential School at Hirekodi village in Belgavi district have been hospitalised after the students suddenly fell ill after having breakfast at the hostel.

The students, both boys and girls, complained of stomachaches and uneasiness. They were immediately shifted to the government hospital in Chikkodi town. The doctors have begun the treatment, and sources confirmed that all students are out of danger.

Congress MLC Prakash Hukkeri visited the hospital and monitored the treatment of school children. More details are awaited regarding the development. The health and school authorities are yet to ascertain the exact cause of food poisoning.

Another incident has been reported from the Government Primary School in E. Bevinahalli village, Harapanahalli taluk, Vijayanagar district in the north Karnataka region.

According to authorities, more than 25 children fell sick after eating hot food at the school. Some children vomited while eating and were subsequently hospitalised. Residents alleged that a lizard had fallen into the food, which went unnoticed by the cooks, leading to the tragedy.

Many children suffering from various symptoms were admitted to Harapanahalli Government Hospital and are being treated. Most of the children have recovered. Doctors stated that no child is showing serious symptoms and all are out of danger. Further investigation is underway.

Earlier on March 18, two died and more than 40 fell ill after consuming food that had been prepared for a Holi fest in T. Kagepura in Malavalli in Mysuru district. Among the students who fell ill, 22 were from Meghalaya. Two deceased students also hailed from Meghalaya.

The students of the hostel had consumed the contaminated food served to them after it was prepared for a Holi feast in the village for the members of a Rajasthani business community.

Apart from the student community, 60 people belonging to the Rajasthani community also fell ill due to food poisoning. The patients complained of vomiting and diarrhoea. The authorities had registered an FIR in connection with the incident.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Third incident in Karnataka this year! Authorities need to take this seriously. Regular food safety audits and proper training for cooks should be mandatory. Enough is enough!
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Michael C
A lizard in the food? That's basic hygiene failure. The midday meal scheme is crucial for many children's nutrition - it shouldn't become a health hazard. Time for stricter implementation.
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Suresh O
Thank God all children are safe now. But this shows negligence in our system. The cooks and supervisors must be held accountable. Our children's safety cannot be compromised.
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Ananya R
As a mother, this news terrifies me. We send our children to school thinking they're safe. The government must implement proper food testing mechanisms in all schools immediately.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the quick medical response, prevention is better than cure. Regular hygiene training for kitchen staff and surprise inspections could prevent such incidents.
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Kavya N
This is so sad 😔 Many children from poor families depend on school meals for proper nutrition. When even that becomes unsafe, where do we go? Strict action needed against responsible parties.

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