More than 100 students fall ill after eating the midday meal at a school in Bihar, prompting an investigation by authorities, according to multiple reports. The incidents are linked to a lunch served under the school’s midday meal programme. Several students reportedly develop symptoms after consuming the food, leading to them being taken to hospital for treatment. One report cites over 100 students hospitalised, while another says the number of affected students rises to more than 150.
Both outlets also reference a rumour that a snake was present in the meal, which spreads among families and the local community and leads to heightened attention from officials. In response, authorities begin probing how the food was prepared and served, and they assess the circumstances surrounding the illness.
While the rumour centers on a snake, the reports focus on the fact that students become sick after lunch and require medical care. Authorities continue to investigate the incident to determine the cause of the illness and whether any irregularity occurred in the midday meal preparation or handling.
