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30 Tribal Students Hospitalized in Chandrapur

Lizard found in food, students rushed to hospital

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 02 September 2026 at 08:23 am
30 Tribal Students Hospitalized in Chandrapur

A shocking incident occurred in Chandrapur, where 30 tribal students were hospitalized after consuming food contaminated with a lizard. The incident happened at an ashram school, where the students were served the tainted meal.

The students immediately fell ill and were rushed to the hospital for treatment. Fortunately, all of them are reported to be in stable condition.

This incident comes close on the heels of another tragic event that occurred last month in Gadchiroli, where three students lost their lives due to snakebite inside their ashram school.

The recent incident has raised concerns about the safety and hygiene of food being served in ashram schools. It is imperative that the authorities take immediate action to ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future.

The ashram schools in the region provide education and boarding facilities to tribal students, and it is the responsibility of the management to provide them with safe and healthy food.

An investigation into the incident has been launched, and the authorities are taking steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

The incident has sparked outrage and concern among the local community, with many demanding better facilities and safety measures for the students.

The government has been urged to take immediate action to address the issue and ensure that the students receive the care and protection they deserve.

In recent years, there have been several incidents of food contamination and poisoning in schools across the country, highlighting the need for stricter safety protocols and better monitoring of food quality.

The Chandrapur incident is a wake-up call for the authorities to take concrete steps to prevent such incidents and ensure the safety and well-being of students in ashram schools.

The incident has also raised questions about the accountability of the school management and the measures they have in place to prevent such incidents.

As the investigation continues, it is hoped that the authorities will take swift and decisive action to address the issue and prevent such incidents in the future.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the tribal students in Chandrapur?

30 tribal students were hospitalized after consuming food contaminated with a lizard.

Is this incident related to any other recent events?

Yes, it comes after a tragic incident in Gadchiroli last month where three students died from snakebite inside their ashram school.

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