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Child dies, 52 hospitalised after anti-malaria drive

Published Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · Updated September 2

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A seven-year-old Koya tribal girl died and 52 villagers were hospitalized in Gollaguppa, Polavaram district, after being administered chloroquine tablets during an anti-malaria drive. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, while officials have clarified that only one death occurred, not two.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A seven-year-old Koya tribal girl, Madivi Jamuna, died hours after being administered a chloroquine tablet during an anti-malaria drive in Gollaguppa village, Polavaram district.
  • Following the incident, 52 villagers were hospitalized, with 29 receiving treatment in Telangana and 24 locally.
  • Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident.
  • Officials clarified that reports claiming two deaths were untrue, confirming only one fatality.
  • A total of 71 people received anti-malaria medicines during the drive.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Incident and Official Response
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reported on the tragic death of a child and the hospitalization of many villagers in Gollaguppa after receiving chloroquine tablets during an anti-malaria drive. The outlet also covered Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's order for a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, clarifying that reports of two deaths were false and detailing that 71 people received medicines, with 52 subsequently hospitalized.

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