Surat Family Of Five Allegedly Falls Ill After Food From Restaurant, 5-Year-Old Girl Dies
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A family in Surat’s Puna area allegedly fell ill after consuming food ordered from a hotel in Matavadi on the night of August 15. A four-year-old girl died during treatment, while other family members are undergoing treatment.
The incident has raised concerns over suspected food poisoning, prompting the Surat Municipal Corporation’s health department to initiate preparations for an inspection of the hotel.
Family Allegedly Falls Ill After Eating Paneer-Cashew Curry
According to the family, Ashok Kalsariya, a resident of Ranuja Dham Society in Puna village, had ordered cashew-paneer curry as a parcel from Sheetal Hotel in Matavadi on August 15.
After consuming the food with his family that night, the family members allegedly developed symptoms including vomiting the following day. They were subsequently taken to a private hospital for treatment.
The four-year-old girl, identified as Arya, allegedly died while undergoing treatment. Other members of the family are currently receiving treatment.
SMC To Collect Food Samples
Following the incident, the Surat Municipal Corporation’s health department has initiated preparations to inspect Sheetal Hotel.
A civic team is expected to collect samples of food items being sold at the hotel and send them to a laboratory for testing.
Officials said that if the investigation finds any quality-related deficiency or inedible/unsafe substance in the food, strict action will be taken against the hotel operator.
Online Payment Receipt Circulates On Social Media
An online payment receipt related to the food order has also reportedly surfaced on social media following the incident.
The incident has triggered anger among local residents, who have demanded strict action against the hotel if the civic investigation finds any lapse in food quality.
The allegations of food poisoning have not yet been conclusively established. The cause of the girl’s death and whether the food consumed by the family was responsible will be determined through the ongoing medical and civic investigation.
