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100 Tribal Students Fall Ill in Melghat Ashram

Tribal students suffer food poisoning, hospitalized. Severe vomiting and diarrhea reported.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 28 July 2026 at 08:25 am
100 Tribal Students Fall Ill in Melghat Ashram

A food-poisoning incident has been reported at an ashram in Melghat, where 100 tribal students fell ill after having dinner at their hostels. The students developed severe vomiting and diarrhea, prompting immediate medical attention.

The first incident was reported from Titamba Ashram School, where students were rushed to the sub-district hospital in Dharni for treatment. The hospital authorities provided necessary medical care to the affected students.

The local administration has taken cognizance of the incident and has registered FIRs in connection with the food-poisoning case. The authorities are investigating the matter to determine the cause of the food poisoning.

The ashram schools in Melghat provide residential facilities to tribal students, who come from nearby villages to pursue their education. The schools are run by the state government and are meant to provide quality education to underprivileged students.

The incident has raised concerns about the quality of food being served to the students in these ashram schools. The local authorities have assured that they will take necessary steps to ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future.

The Melghat region is known for its tribal population and is one of the most underdeveloped areas in the state. The ashram schools play a crucial role in providing education to the tribal students, who often face difficulties in accessing quality education.

The incident is being investigated by the local authorities, who are trying to determine the cause of the food poisoning. The students are currently undergoing treatment at the hospital and are reported to be out of danger.

The state government has announced that it will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and will take necessary action against those responsible. The government has also assured that it will take steps to improve the quality of food being served to the students in these ashram schools.

In conclusion, the food-poisoning incident at the Melghat ashram has highlighted the need for improved facilities and services at these residential schools. The incident has also raised concerns about the quality of food being served to the students and the need for regular monitoring and supervision to prevent such incidents in the future.

Frequently asked questions

How many students were affected by food poisoning in Melghat ashram?

100 tribal students were affected by food poisoning in Melghat ashram.

What action has been taken by the authorities in connection with the incident?

The authorities have registered FIRs in connection with the incident and are investigating the matter to determine the cause of the food poisoning.

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