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Health
39 Children Suffer Illness After Kheer at Himachal School; Investigation Launched
✍️ India Today
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 06:36 PM
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A total of 39 students at a school in Himachal Pradesh fell ill after consuming kheer, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the cause.
39 students at a school in Himachal Pradesh fell ill after eating kheer served during a school event, reporting symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Parents brought the affected children to the nearest health centre, and no fatalities have been reported so far.
School officials and local health authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the outbreak, examining the kheer ingredients and preparation process for possible contamination.
The Himachal Pradesh Health Department has advised parents to monitor their children for lingering symptoms and to seek medical attention if necessary.
The school has temporarily suspended the use of its kitchen for student meals pending the outcome of the probe.
Parents brought the affected children to the nearest health centre, and no fatalities have been reported so far.
School officials and local health authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the outbreak, examining the kheer ingredients and preparation process for possible contamination.
The Himachal Pradesh Health Department has advised parents to monitor their children for lingering symptoms and to seek medical attention if necessary.
The school has temporarily suspended the use of its kitchen for student meals pending the outcome of the probe.