Three Buldhana Children Die of Suspected Food Poisoning Three children from a single family died in Buldhana district after suspected food poisoning, sparking concerns about food safety in rural areas. The incident occurred in Dhad village on Monday, where the family of Mohammad Wasim resided. The deceased were identified as Ali (4), Masira (7), and Fatima (10). Two other family members, a 12-year-old girl and a 30-year-old woman, were hospitalized but remained stable. The family had attended a wedding function on the night of April 4, where they consumed food and ice cream. Shortly after returning home, several members began experiencing symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Their condition worsened overnight, leading to their admission at a rural hospital in Dhad the following morning. Initially, they responded to treatment and were discharged, but their health deteriorated again later that day. They were transferred to a hospital in Buldhana for further care. Two children died at the Dhad facility, while the third succumbed at a private hospital in Buldhana. Police stated that the exact cause of death would be confirmed through postmortem reports, though preliminary findings suggest contaminated food or ice cream may be responsible. Station house officer Pratap Bhose confirmed that a case has been registered and an investigation is underway. "Food samples and medical records are being examined to ascertain the exact cause," he said. The incident has raised questions about food safety practices in rural regions, particularly during social gatherings where large quantities of food are prepared. Local authorities are urging families to exercise caution when consuming food from external sources and to ensure proper hygiene and storage conditions.#buldhana_district #dhad_village #mohammad_wasim #pratap_bhose #food_poisoning_incident
