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Lizard Found in Mid-Day Meal in Bhagalpur School, 15 Children Fall Ill
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News18•10-10-2026, 15:35
Lizard Found in Mid-Day Meal in Bhagalpur School, 15 Children Fall Ill
- •A dead lizard was found in the mid-day meal at Azad Nagar Pansalla Primary School in Bhagalpur district.
- •Around 15 children suddenly fell ill after consuming the contaminated food and were rushed to a referral hospital.
- •Doctors have reported that all the hospitalized children are currently out of danger.
- •The incident has sparked serious concerns regarding food quality, safety, and hygiene standards in government schools.
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A lizard was found in the mid-day meal served to the students, causing the health of about 15 children to suddenly deteriorate after eating.
The incident took place at the Azad Nagar Pansalla Primary School located in Katahara Panchayat within the Sultanganj area of Bhagalpur district.
All the affected children were immediately admitted to a referral hospital for treatment and initial information indicates they are out of danger.
