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Balaghat, MP: 6 Children Die as Disease Outbreak Claims Lives, 100+ Infected
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 08:33 PM
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A sudden disease outbreak in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh has killed six children and left more than 100 people ill, officials say.
A sudden disease outbreak in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh has already claimed the lives of six children, according to local officials.
Health authorities report that over 100 residents have fallen ill with symptoms ranging from fever to severe dehydration, prompting a rapid response from the district health department.
The district administration has deployed additional medical teams and set up a temporary treatment centre at the local government hospital to manage the surge in patients.
Officials urge residents to seek immediate medical care if they develop symptoms and to follow hygiene guidelines to prevent further spread.
Health authorities report that over 100 residents have fallen ill with symptoms ranging from fever to severe dehydration, prompting a rapid response from the district health department.
The district administration has deployed additional medical teams and set up a temporary treatment centre at the local government hospital to manage the surge in patients.
Officials urge residents to seek immediate medical care if they develop symptoms and to follow hygiene guidelines to prevent further spread.