Two Children Dead, Parents Critical Following Dosa Batter Consumption in Ahmedabad
A devastating incident has shaken the Chandkheda area of Ahmedabad, where two young girls died and their parents remain in critical condition after consuming dosas made from ready-made batter purchased from a local dairy. The tragedy has prompted an immediate investigation by local police and food safety officials to determine the cause of the poisoning.
Details of the Tragedy
The victims include a 3-month-aged girl, Raha, and a 4-year-old girl, Mishri, both of whom passed away during treatment. Their parents, Bhavna Prajapati and Vimal Prajapati, are currently fighting for their lives in a private hospital, where they remain in critical condition. Reports indicate that the family fell ill after eating dosas prepared from market-bought batter.
Timeline of Events
According to family member Gaurishankar Prajapati, the sequence of events unfolded as follows:
- Purchase: The family’s son purchased dosa batter from Ghanshyam Dairy on IOC Road at approximately 8:00 PM.
- Consumption: Dosas were prepared and eaten in the evening.
- Onset of Symptoms: The following morning, the son began vomiting and was admitted to the hospital.
- Further Exposure: Unaware that the vomiting was linked to the food, the mother similarly consumed the batter and fed a dosa to their infant daughter.
- Emergency Hospitalization: Shortly after, the rest of the family began vomiting and were rushed to the hospital, where the children eventually succumbed to their condition.
Official Investigation Underway
Authorities are working to identify the exact cause of the illness and whether the batter was contaminated. The Chandkheda police have launched a formal investigation into the case. Simultaneously, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has stepped in to analyze the product.
Dr. Tejas Shah, an official from the AMC Food Department, confirmed that the department is actively investigating the incident in the Chandkheda area to examine the quality of the batter provided by the dairy. Early reports highlight the severe nature of the reaction, leading to the deaths of the two children.
Key Takeaways from the Incident
- Source of Batter: The batter was sourced from Ghanshyam Dairy, IOC Road.
- Symptoms: Severe vomiting began the morning after consumption.
- Casualties: Two children (aged 3 months and 4 years) deceased; two adults critical.
- Regulatory Action: Both the local police and the AMC Food Department are conducting probes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did this incident occur?
The incident took place in the Chandkheda area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Which dairy provided the batter?
The family reported that the dosa batter was ordered from Ghanshyam Dairy located on IOC Road.
Who is investigating the cause of death?
The investigation is being handled by the Chandkheda police and Dr. Tejas Shah of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s Food Department.
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the importance of food safety and quality control in ready-to-eat products. Further updates are expected as the AMC completes its quality analysis of the batter.