The deaths of six children due to kidney failure in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, have sparked controversy. It is suspected that the children’s kidneys failed after consuming cough syrup. Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla stated that the actual cause of death will be revealed after the investigation report is released. The health department is closely monitoring the situation, and the situation is under control.
Minister Shukla mentioned that the reports of the deceased children have been sent to ICMR and Nagpur. He emphasized that the true cause of death will be clear only after the report is received. He also appealed to the public not to pay attention to any rumors.
Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla clarified that cough syrup is not responsible for the deaths. He stated that the claims about cough syrup are completely baseless. He asserted that the deaths were not caused by cough syrup, and it is certain. He added that it is not possible to arrive at any conclusion until the investigation report is available.
Congress has questioned the Deputy Chief Minister’s clean chit to the syrup company before the investigation report. Congress MLA Arif Masood questioned how the drug company was given a clean chit when the investigation report hadn’t even been released. He alleged that there is a hint of commission in this matter.
Furthermore, Congress leader Masood also mentioned that the collector who banned the cough syrup was removed with immediate effect. He alleged that the BJP government removes those who try to stop corruption. He demanded that Chief Minister Mohan Yadav take cognizance of the entire matter.
BJP spokesperson Dr. Hiteshwajpayee refuted the Congress’s allegations. He stated that it is the job of the Congress to make allegations and their job is to run the government. Vajpayee said that Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla’s intention was only that it would be premature to reach any conclusion before the completion of the investigation.
The issue involves children in Parasya, Umreth, Jattachapar, Badkui, and surrounding areas who experienced cold, cough, and fever. The families of the children gave them cough syrup purchased from local doctors and medical stores. It is reported that the children’s urine stopped flowing within a few days. The families were very worried. When the condition worsened, the children were admitted to hospitals in Parasya and Chhindwara, and then many children had to be referred to Nagpur. Six children have died so far during treatment.