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Health
Over 50 People Hospitalised After Eating Prasad in Kaliabor, Assam
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 05:15 AM
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More than 50 individuals who ate prasad in Kaliabor, Assam, have been admitted to hospitals for treatment.
Local health officials in Assam reported that over 50 people fell ill after consuming prasad during a religious ceremony in Kaliabor. The affected individuals were rushed to nearby hospitals where they are receiving medical care and observation.
Preliminary investigations suggest a possible food‑borne contamination, though the exact cause has not yet been confirmed. Authorities have begun testing the remaining prasad and have urged anyone who participated in the event to seek medical attention if they develop symptoms.
The district administration has set up a special response team to monitor the situation, provide treatment facilities, and coordinate with the state health department. Residents have been advised to avoid sharing food from the same batch until the investigation concludes.
Police and health officials are working together to trace the source of the contamination and to prevent further cases. The incident underscores the need for stringent hygiene measures during mass food distribution in religious gatherings.
Preliminary investigations suggest a possible food‑borne contamination, though the exact cause has not yet been confirmed. Authorities have begun testing the remaining prasad and have urged anyone who participated in the event to seek medical attention if they develop symptoms.
The district administration has set up a special response team to monitor the situation, provide treatment facilities, and coordinate with the state health department. Residents have been advised to avoid sharing food from the same batch until the investigation concludes.
Police and health officials are working together to trace the source of the contamination and to prevent further cases. The incident underscores the need for stringent hygiene measures during mass food distribution in religious gatherings.