In Telangana’s Narayanpet district, 30 students from Maganoor Zilla Parishad Government High School fell ill after consuming a mid-day meal on Wednesday, which allegedly contained worms. The students experienced stomach pain and vomiting and were promptly taken to a local hospital.
Key Highlights:
- Incident Details: Students complained of stomach pain and vomiting after consuming upma during the mid-day meal.
- Student Testimony: A student stated that they were informed about worms in the food after eating.
- Official Response: CM Revanth Reddy ordered an investigation and directed immediate action against negligent officials.
- Current Condition: Most students are stable, with four under close observation.
- Government Assurance: The CM emphasized zero tolerance for negligence in providing nutritious meals to children.
This incident has raised serious concerns about the quality and safety of mid-day meals in schools, urging authorities to implement stricter monitoring measures.
