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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has taken swift action by banning Coldrif cough syrup across the state. This decision comes after nine children tragically died in Chhindwara district from suspected syrup consumption. The investigation revealed the syrup contained dangerous Diethylene Glycol, making it poisonous. The state government has also banned all other products from the same manufacturer to ensure public safety.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Bans Coldrif Syrup After Child Deaths

  • MP government bans all products from the same manufacturer following child deaths
  • Investigation revealed syrup contained poisonous Diethylene Glycol substance
  • Tamil Nadu factory found producing substandard quality medication
  • State-level team formed to investigate further and punish guilty parties
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MP CM Mohan Yadav orders statewide ban on 'Coldrif' cough syrup after children deaths in Chhindwara

Madhya Pradesh bans Coldrif cough syrup statewide after 9 children die in Chhindwara, with investigation revealing poisonous substance contamination.

"The deaths of children in Chhindwara due to 'Coldrif syrup' are extremely tragic - CM Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, October 4

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday announced a complete ban on the sale of 'Coldrif' cough syrup across the state following the deaths of children in Chhindwara allegedly linked to the medicine.

CM Yadav also stated that the sale of other products manufactured by the same company is also being banned in the state.

"The deaths of children in Chhindwara due to 'Coldrif syrup' are extremely tragic. The sale of this syrup has been banned across Madhya Pradesh. The sale of other products manufactured by the same company is also being banned," the CM said in a post on X.

The Chief Minister further said, "The factory manufacturing the syrup is located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. So, after learning of the incident, the state government asked the Tamil Nadu government to conduct an inquiry. The investigation report was received this morning, and on the basis of it, strict action has been taken."

"Following the death of the children, an action was underway at the local level. A team has also been constituted at the state level to investigate this matter further. Those found guilty will not be spared under any circumstances," he added in the post.

Meanwhile, MP cabinet minister Vishvas Sarang also reacted to the ban imposed on Coldrif Syrup, saying no medicine that has an adverse effect will be permitted to be sold in the state.

"As per the instructions of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, a ban has been imposed on the syrup in the state. As soon as the investigation report came in, immediate action was taken. In this manner, no medicine that has an adverse effect will be permitted to be sold in Madhya Pradesh," Sarang told ANI.

So far nine children have died due to the suspected consumption of cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district.

The order has also been issued by the Office of the Controller Food and Drugs Administration, Madhya Pradesh to ban the Coldrif cough syrup.

"As you are aware that deaths of children have been reported in Chhindwara District of Madhya Pradesh. In this regard Office of the Director of Drugs Control, Tamil Nadu, Chennai has Office of the Director of Drugs Control, Tamil Nadu, Chennai has informed as the Drug 'Coldrif Syrup', has declared NSQ (Not of Standard Quality) with respect to "samples is found to be adulterated, since it contains Diethylene Glycol (48.6% w/v) which is poisonous substance which may render the contents injurious to health. It is directed to stop further sale and distribution of 'Coldrif Syrup' immediately," stated the order.

The order further added that in larger public interest, it is directed to stop sale and distribution of all other products manufactured by the same company.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good decision by CM Yadav. But why does it always take children's deaths for authorities to wake up? The drug regulation system needs complete overhaul. Diethylene glycol in cough syrup? This is criminal negligence!
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Arjun K
The company management should be charged with murder. 48.6% diethylene glycol? This is pure poison being sold as medicine. Hope they get the strictest punishment possible. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the quick action, I'm concerned about how this medicine passed quality checks in the first place. We need better monitoring systems across all states, not just MP. This could happen anywhere in India.
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Karthik V
As a pharmacist, I've immediately removed all products from this manufacturer. But this raises bigger questions - how many more substandard drugs are in the market? The entire pharmaceutical regulation needs strengthening.
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Michael C
The inter-state coordination between MP and Tamil Nadu governments is commendable. This shows that when authorities work together, they can take swift action to protect public health.
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Nisha Z
My heart goes out to the families in Chhindwara. No compensation can bring back their children, but I hope they get justice soon. The manufacturers must be held accountable for this tragedy. 🙏

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