A tragic food poisoning incident in Jharkhand’s Giridih district has claimed the life of a seven-year-old child and left at least 18 others hospitalised after they reportedly consumed street food. The incident occurred in Leda Bajto village under the Mufassil police station limits, raising serious concerns about food safety and hygiene standards in local street vending practices.

According to police officials, a mobile vendor selling golgappa and chaat had visited the village on Saturday evening, where a large number of residents, including children and women, consumed the food items. Shortly after, several people began experiencing symptoms of illness during the night, including vomiting and stomach pain, indicating possible food contamination.

By Sunday morning, the condition of multiple individuals had worsened, prompting emergency medical attention. More than 20 people were rushed to Sadar Hospital in Giridih for treatment, where doctors confirmed food poisoning among the patients. Despite medical intervention, a seven-year-old child succumbed to the illness, while the others continue to receive treatment under observation.

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Authorities have initiated preliminary inquiries into the incident, with officials examining the source of contamination and the hygiene conditions of the food sold by the vendor. The civil surgeon’s office has also confirmed food poisoning as the likely cause of the mass illness, although further investigation is expected to determine the exact reason behind the contamination.

The incident has triggered concern among local residents, who are now urging stricter monitoring of street food vendors to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Officials have assured that appropriate action will be taken following a detailed investigation into the case.

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