KHAMMAM, January 30, 2026 — Panic gripped Bodia Tanda in Konijerla mandal on Friday after 32 young students from the local Government Primary School were rushed to the hospital following a suspected case of food poisoning. The children fell ill shortly after consuming the mid-day meal provided by the school.
Sudden Outbreak of Illness
According to initial reports, the students—the majority of whom are young girls—began complaining of severe vomiting, diarrhea, and acute abdominal pain within an hour of finishing their lunch.
School authorities and local staff acted swiftly to manage the crisis, arranging for the immediate transport of the affected children to the Khammam Government Hospital.
Medical Response and Current Status
Upon arrival at the government facility, the students were immediately moved to the pediatric ward. Medical personnel acted quickly, administering intravenous (IV) fluids to those suffering from severe dehydration.
“The children are currently under constant observation. Most are in stable condition, and we are monitoring their recovery timelines closely,” a hospital source confirmed to PingTV.
Investigation Launched into Food Safety
The incident has caused significant distress among parents, many of whom gathered at the hospital demanding answers. Preliminary suspicions from health officials point toward contamination in the food served, though the exact source—whether it was the ingredients, water, or preparation environment—is yet to be determined.
Key areas of the probe include:
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Quality and expiry of ingredients used.
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Hygiene of the cooking area and storage conditions.
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Water quality used for cooking and drinking at the school.
Systemic Concerns Over Mid-Day Meals
This latest event in Khammam is not an isolated case. Over the past year, Telangana has seen a recurring pattern of food-related illnesses in government schools, sparking a heated debate over the safety standards of the state’s mid-day meal scheme.
Child rights organizations and education watchdogs are now calling for comprehensive reforms, including mandatory third-party quality checks and stricter monitoring of school kitchens.
PingTV will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates on the official investigation and the state government’s response.
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