More than 150 residents across Supertech Eco Village-3, Himalaya Pride, and Royal Court societies in Greater Noida West fell ill after consuming food prepared with Kuttu flour on the occasion of Mahashivratri. The victims reported symptoms like severe vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and shivering shortly after their meal. Many of the affected individuals, including children and the elderly, had to be rushed to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment.
Hospital Updates and Patient Statistics
Patients are currently receiving treatment at various medical facilities including Yatharth, Numed, and Kailash hospitals. Doctors noted that the symptoms were consistent with food poisoning caused by either stale stock or fungal infection in the flour due to improper storage. The administration has confirmed that several patients are under observation while others have been discharged after initial treatment.
| Hospital Name | Patients Admitted | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Yatharth Hospital | 28 | Includes 15 women and 6 children |
| Numed Hospital | 37 | 25 patients kept under observation |
| Kailash Hospital | 4 | One 70-year-old woman in ICU |
Police Investigation and Legal Action
Following the incident, District Magistrate Medha Rupam ordered a strict probe into the matter. Bisrakh police and the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) conducted raids at the retail outlet and the manufacturing unit. The investigation revealed that the flour was supplied by HD Spices and sold through local stores and quick delivery apps.
- Bisrakh police registered an FIR under BNS Section 275 and the Food Safety Act.
- Prashant General Store in Royal Court and the main warehouse in Chipyana Buzurg are now sealed.
- Four people including the warehouse owner have been taken into custody for questioning.
- Food department officials collected samples and sent them to labs in Lucknow and Meerut for testing.
