In a tragic incident, a 10-year-old girl died and 29 others have been hospitalised after consuming food from a hotel in Arani near Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu.
People who consumed food at the 7 Star hotel near Arani bus stop started showing symptoms of vomiting and giddiness.
A victim, identified as Anand and his family, had allegedly consumed biryani and chicken at the hotel. Soon after, Anand, his wife Priyadarshini, son Charan and daughter Loshini developed symptoms of food poisoning.
Immediately, the family was rushed to Arani government hospital but, 10-year-old Loshini succumbed to food poisoning. Anand, Priyadarshini and Saran were later moved to a private hospital.
Similarly, 26 others who consumed food at the same hotel suffered giddiness and are being treated at local private and government hospitals.
Following the incident, Arani’s Revenue Divisional Officer and Deputy Superintendent of Police, held an enquiry with the people who are currently under treatment. Based on their submission, the hotel had been sealed by the officials.
The hotel owner Amjad Bhasha and its chef Munniyandi have been arrested.
