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High Court questions NGO after Bihar midday meal incident

Published Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Updated May 22

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Coverage is limited to an Indian center-left perspective, lacking broader international or alternative ideological viewpoints on the Bihar midday meal incident.

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The Patna High Court has questioned an NGO regarding its continued involvement in providing midday meals following an incident where over 150 students in Saharsa district fell ill after allegedly finding a dead snake in their food. The court expressed concern over the investigation's pace and potential evidence discrepancies.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Over 150 students of a government school in Saharsa district fell sick and were hospitalised after allegedly spotting a dead snake in their meal on May 7.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • The HinduCenter-Left

    The Hindu highlights the Patna High Court's concern over the slow pace of investigation and potential discrepancies in evidence collection following a food poisoning incident in a government-run midday meal scheme.

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