Nashik Food Poisoning: Woman Dies, Husband Critical After Eating Mutton and Curd for Dinner
An elderly woman died and her husband remains in critical condition after a suspected food poisoning incident in Maharashtra's Nashik district. The couple reportedly fell ill after eating a meal of mutton and curd. Police have collected food samples and sent them to a laboratory in Pune for analysis to determine the exact cause of the suspected poisoning.
An elderly woman has died and her husband remains in critical condition following a suspected food poisoning incident in Maharashtra's Nashik district. The couple reportedly fell ill after consuming a meal of mutton and curd at their home in Akhatwade village in Baglan taluka on Sunday night, June 28.
The incident has prompted an investigation by local authorities, who have collected food samples to determine the exact cause of the suspected poisoning. Officials said laboratory analysis will establish whether the illness was caused by contaminated food or another factor. Why 80 People Were Hospitalised in Bhiwandi After Eating From Popular Food Stall 'Famous Shawarma'.
Elderly Couple Fell Ill After Dinner
According to officials, 68-year-old Dwarkabai Shantaram Hyalij and her 78-year-old husband, Shantaram Hyalij, experienced a sudden deterioration in their health after eating the meal.
The couple was rushed to a hospital for treatment. Dwarkabai died during treatment, while Shantaram is undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit of a private hospital in Malegaon. Doctors have described his condition as critical. The incident has left residents of Akhatwade village in mourning. Food Poisoning in Thane: 38 Children Hospitalised After Consuming Mid-Day Meal at Kalwa Sahyadri School (Watch Videos).
Investigation Into Cause Underway
Following the incident, questions have been raised locally over whether the suspected food poisoning was linked to the mutton, the curd, or another cause.
Medical experts note that food poisoning can occur if food is contaminated or improperly stored. However, the exact cause of the couple's illness has not yet been officially determined. Authorities have urged the public not to speculate until the investigation is complete.
Food Samples Sent for Laboratory Analysis
Police and the local administration have collected samples of the food consumed by the couple and sent them to a laboratory in Pune for chemical analysis. Officials said the exact cause of death and illness will be confirmed only after the laboratory report is received.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further action will depend on the findings of the forensic examination.
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