30 Malayali students suffer food poisoning on the Mangala Express

Mangala Express train where 30+ Malayali students suffered food poisoning
More than 30 school students returning to Thrissur from Delhi suffered food poisoning on board the Mangala Express.

Kochi / Delhi: More than 30 school students returning to Thrissur from Delhi after a study tour suffered food poisoning on board the train. The students, who boarded the Mangala Express (Train No. 12618) from Hazrat Nizamuddin on Friday morning, began experiencing discomfort by evening. The group consisted of 80 students and 10 teachers. The train is scheduled to reach Thrissur this morning.

Medical Assistance Provided at Khandwa Station

The issue arose after passing the Itarsi station, past Bhopal. The children were left exhausted due to vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. After railway authorities were notified, medical assistance was provided, and the train was held for over 40 minutes at Khandwa station in Madhya Pradesh. The students were traveling in coaches S2 and S3. The Khandwa district administration also intervened in the matter. The students were examined, and 5 who experienced severe discomfort received additional medical care. A medical team remained on the train until it reached Bhusaval station.

Railway Inspection Finds No Anomalies in Pantry Food

Although the railways conducted an inspection, reports indicate that no anomalies/defects were found in the pantry food.