Outrage Erupts in Madhya Pradesh Over Child Deaths Linked to Cough Syrup
Opposition leader Umang Singhar criticizes Madhya Pradesh's Chief Minister and Health Minister following children's deaths presumably due to tainted cough syrup. He calls for compensation, accountability of the Drug Controller, and insists on an urgent judicial inquiry. Former CM Kamal Nath demands an SIT investigation under Supreme Court oversight.
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A political storm brews in Madhya Pradesh as Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar calls out Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla. Singhar's criticism follows the tragic deaths of children allegedly due to the consumption of contaminated cough syrup in Chhindwara.
He demands a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for each victim and employment opportunities for their families, questioning the government's lack of action against the Drug Controller. Singhar wonders why the company was banned but the focus shifted to holding doctors accountable.
As tension escalates, former Chief Minister Kamal Nath also voices his concerns, urging the formation of an independent SIT under Supreme Court oversight. He insists on standardized testing of cough syrups and rigorous investigation of the drug manufacturing and distribution sectors to prevent future tragedies.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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