Tragic Incident at Indore Shelter Home: Two Children Dead, 12 Ill

Two children have died and 12 others have fallen ill at a shelter home in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Officials suspect food poisoning, but the exact cause of death will be confirmed after post-mortem reports. The shelter houses over 200 children, including orphans and those with mental health issues.

Indore, Madhya Pradesh: In a tragic development, two children have died and 12 others have fallen ill at a shelter home in the city over the last two days, an official disclosed on Tuesday.

The deceased, Karan (12) and Akash (7), were residents of Bal Ashram of Shri Yugpurush Dham located in the Malharganj police station area. The deaths occurred on Monday and Tuesday, respectively, confirmed Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Alok Kumar Sharma.

Officials have stated that the exact cause of death will be determined once the post-mortem reports are available. The shelter, which accommodates more than 200 children including orphans and those with mental health conditions, recently experienced an outbreak of illness. Twelve children have been admitted to the government-run Maharaja Yeshwantrao Hospital (MYH) with symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea, reported the hospital's superintendent, Dr. Ashok Yadav.

Among these, two children are critically ill due to severe dehydration. Indore Collector Ashish Singh, who visited the hospital, indicated that initial findings suggest a case of food poisoning. A team comprising doctors and food department officials led by the Additional District Magistrate has been dispatched to investigate.

While the 12-year-old boy suffered brain seizures unrelated to food poisoning, an investigative team awaits detailed inquest to confirm the exact cause of death for both children. Meanwhile, the management of Shri Yugpurush Dham reported to the Child Welfare Committee that they suspect a blood infection affecting ten inmates, although these claims have yet to be officially verified.

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