Students in Odisha get sick from eating school lunch

Six students from a primary school in Balasore district became sick after eating mid-day meal on Saturday. The incident occurred in Banisia UP School.

July 27th 2024.

Students in Odisha get sick from eating school lunch
In Balasore, a small district in India, there was a concerning incident at a government-run primary school. On Saturday, six students who had eaten the mid-day meal provided by the school fell ill. This news was confirmed by officials, who were quick to take action.

The incident occurred at Banisia UP School, located in the Kedarpur panchayat area of Soro block. It was reported that 35 students had been served the mid-day meal, but only six students from classes IV and V experienced discomfort. They complained of uneasiness and chest pain after consuming rice with egg curry.

As soon as the teachers and a few members of the school committee were made aware of the situation, they promptly took the affected students to the nearby Soro hospital. They were transported in an ambulance and received treatment. Thankfully, the students were able to return to their homes after their health had been restored, according to a villager.

This incident has been covered by the Press Trust of India (PTI), bringing attention to the importance of providing safe and nutritious meals to students in schools. It is crucial to ensure the well-being of our children, and it is reassuring to know that officials and school staff were swift in their response to the situation. Let us hope that such incidents can be prevented in the future, and that all students can continue to receive their mid-day meals without any health concerns.

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