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Congress leader Jitu Patwari questions drug inspector's reinstatement after 24 child deaths in Chhindwara
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 06:15 PM
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Congress state president Jitu Patwari has demanded accountability from the government after a former drug inspector was reinstated while the probe into the death of 24 children in Chhindwara's Kaf Sirp case continues.
Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh is witnessing heightened scrutiny after 24 children died in the Kaf Sirp incident. While the investigation remains ongoing, the state government has reinstated the former drug inspector who was previously removed from the post.
Congress state president Jitu Patwari publicly challenged the decision, asking the authorities to identify who bears responsibility for the tragedy. He urged the government to halt any administrative actions that could impede the inquiry and to ensure that those accountable are held answerable.
Patwari's remarks have added political pressure on the administration to provide a clear timeline for the probe and to clarify the criteria used for the inspector's reinstatement. The demand reflects broader concerns about public health oversight and the safety of medical supplies in the region.
The case continues to draw attention from both the media and civil society, with calls for transparent reporting and swift justice for the families affected.
Congress state president Jitu Patwari publicly challenged the decision, asking the authorities to identify who bears responsibility for the tragedy. He urged the government to halt any administrative actions that could impede the inquiry and to ensure that those accountable are held answerable.
Patwari's remarks have added political pressure on the administration to provide a clear timeline for the probe and to clarify the criteria used for the inspector's reinstatement. The demand reflects broader concerns about public health oversight and the safety of medical supplies in the region.
The case continues to draw attention from both the media and civil society, with calls for transparent reporting and swift justice for the families affected.