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Four Girls Fall Ill After Eating Sweets at Supaul Madrasa, 10-Year-Old Alfiya Dies
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 04:47 PM
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Four female students at a private madrasa in Basbitti, Supaul, became suddenly ill after eating sweets and samosas; a 10‑year‑old girl, Alfiya, died while the others remain hospitalized.
Supaul district's Basbitti area witnessed a tragic incident on Monday when four girls attending a private madrasa reported sudden illness after consuming sweets and samosas. The students, all school‑age, were rushed to a nearby hospital where medical staff confirmed that 10‑year‑old Alfiya had suffered fatal complications. The remaining three girls are receiving treatment and remain in stable condition, according to hospital officials.
Local police and district administration have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the food‑related poisoning. Officials said samples of the consumed items have been collected for laboratory analysis, and the madrasa's management is cooperating with investigators.
The incident has raised concerns among parents and community members about food safety standards in educational institutions. Authorities have urged other schools and madrasas to review their catering practices while the investigation continues.
Local police and district administration have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the food‑related poisoning. Officials said samples of the consumed items have been collected for laboratory analysis, and the madrasa's management is cooperating with investigators.
The incident has raised concerns among parents and community members about food safety standards in educational institutions. Authorities have urged other schools and madrasas to review their catering practices while the investigation continues.