Over 100 Children Fall Ill After Eating School Meal Contaminated with Dead Snake in India

mokama, india - More than a hundred children in Mokama, India, fell sick after consuming a school meal containing a dead snake that the cook knowingly left in the pot.

Children Sickened by School Meal Contaminated with Dead Snake

Over 100 children at a school in Mokama, India, fell ill after eating a meal where a dead snake was discovered in the pot. The cook, aware of the situation, chose to remain silent and served the meal to the students.

Contaminated Meal Incident

About 500 children had lunch at the school, unaware that the cook had found a dead snake in the pot just before serving the meal. Instead of raising the alarm, the cook removed the snake, continued cooking, and served the meal an hour later.

Health Consequences

Shortly after consuming the meal, the children started feeling sick, vomiting, and experiencing dizziness. Many had to be taken to a local hospital, where it was confirmed that they suffered from food poisoning.

Government Investigation and Parental Outrage

The National Human Rights Commission initiated an investigation into the incident at the government school. Parents demanded transparency, blocking access to the school in protest. The cook has been fired and will face legal consequences for his actions.

Previous Incidents and Food Safety Concerns

This is not the first time school meals in India have led to significant issues. The Mid-Day Meal program, aimed at reducing hunger and increasing school attendance, has faced criticism for poor food hygiene and quality. In 2013, 23 children died in Bihar due to pesticides in their meal.