Health team visits village at heart of ‘food poisoning’ deaths

A high-level health team investigated a suspected food poisoning outbreak in Odisha's Sundargarh and Jharsuguda districts after two deaths in Nuadihi village and two in nearby areas. Fifty-four people fell ill following a post-funeral feast. Samples were collected, and affected villagers are receiving treatment. Officials advised against using pond water and initiated disinfection efforts.