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Congress alleges five Baiga children died of malnutrition in Chhattisgarh
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 01:39 AM
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The Indian National Congress has claimed that five children from the Baiga tribe died of malnutrition in Chhattisgarh, as reported by The New Indian Express.
Congress officials said that five Baiga children have succumbed to malnutrition in Chhattisgarh, raising concerns over the health conditions of tribal communities. The allegation was highlighted in a report by The New Indian Express, which cited the party's statement without providing additional details. The party has called for an immediate inquiry into the deaths and urged state authorities to address nutritional deficiencies among vulnerable groups.