In India, more than 100 children have fallen ill after consuming a school lunch that allegedly contained a dead snake, prompting a detailed investigation by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
Deadly Meal: Over 100 Kids Hospitalized After Snake Found in School Lunch in Bihar
Deadly Meal: Over 100 Kids Hospitalized After Snake Found in School Lunch in Bihar
A shocking incident reveals the dangers posed by inadequate food safety protocols in India's school meal programs.
In a distressing incident in Mokama, Bihar, it is reported that a cook continued to serve the meal even after having removed the dead snake from the dish. Witnesses claim that close to 500 children partook in the lunch, and soon after, many began displaying signs of illness, sparking local outrage that led to road blockages in protest.
The NHRC has described the incident as a potential violation of the children’s human rights and has requested a comprehensive report from state officials within two weeks, which should include the health status of the affected students. Known as the Mid-Day Meal, this program has been operational since 1925, aiming to combat childhood hunger and enhance educational participation among children from impoverished backgrounds.
Despite its noble goals, the program has faced criticisms regarding food hygiene and safety. A tragic past event, in which tainted food resulted in the deaths of 23 children in Bihar in 2013 due to pesticide contamination, highlights the ongoing need for stringent food safety measures.
The NHRC has described the incident as a potential violation of the children’s human rights and has requested a comprehensive report from state officials within two weeks, which should include the health status of the affected students. Known as the Mid-Day Meal, this program has been operational since 1925, aiming to combat childhood hunger and enhance educational participation among children from impoverished backgrounds.
Despite its noble goals, the program has faced criticisms regarding food hygiene and safety. A tragic past event, in which tainted food resulted in the deaths of 23 children in Bihar in 2013 due to pesticide contamination, highlights the ongoing need for stringent food safety measures.
