A health emergency unfolded at Morarji Desai Residential School in Bidar district, Karnataka, when twelve students were rushed to hospital following a suspected case of mass food poisoning.
The incident occurred on Thursday evening after students consumed their regular meal at the government-run residential facility. Within hours, multiple students began showing severe symptoms of food poisoning, prompting immediate medical intervention.
Emergency Response and Medical Care
School authorities acted swiftly when students started complaining of:
- Severe stomach pain and cramps
- Persistent vomiting episodes
- High fever and dehydration symptoms
- General weakness and dizziness
All affected students were immediately transported to a nearby government hospital where medical teams provided emergency treatment. According to hospital sources, the students are currently under observation and receiving necessary medical care.
Investigation Launched into Food Safety Standards
Local health department officials have initiated a thorough investigation into the incident. The probe focuses on:
- Food preparation and storage conditions at the school kitchen
- Quality of ingredients used in meal preparation
- Hygiene standards maintained by kitchen staff
- Possible contamination sources in the food supply chain
Health department representatives have collected food samples from the school's kitchen for laboratory analysis to determine the exact cause of contamination.
School Administration's Response
School authorities have assured parents and the public that they are cooperating fully with the investigation. Additional safety measures have been implemented in the school kitchen, and all food handlers are being retrained on hygiene protocols.
"The health and safety of our students is our top priority," stated a school official. "We are working closely with health authorities to ensure such incidents don't recur."
This incident has raised serious concerns about food safety standards in residential educational institutions across Karnataka, prompting calls for stricter monitoring and regular inspections.
