Suspected Food Poisoning Raises Concerns Over Street Food Hygiene
Nanded, Maharashtra |
At least 31 students from multiple colleges in Nanded were hospitalised on Friday morning after consuming pani puri from a roadside stall in a suspected case of food poisoning.
The affected students are from:
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Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University
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SGGS College
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A local nursing college
🏥 Symptoms and Response
According to officials at Dr. Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College and Hospital, students began arriving around 4:00 AM with complaints of:
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Vomiting
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Nausea
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Stomach uneasiness
“All the students had consumed pani puri from the same vendor. They were admitted and are now in stable condition,” said a hospital spokesperson.
🍽️ Pani Puri and Food Safety
Pani puri, also known as golgappa, is a beloved Indian street snack. However, lack of hygiene in water and preparation methods can often make it a source of gastrointestinal infections.
This incident highlights the ongoing risk of unregulated street food consumption, especially near college campuses where students rely on quick, affordable meals.
While street food is an essential part of India’s culinary identity, this incident is a reminder of the importance of food hygiene and licensing. Authorities and consumers must work together to ensure safe food practices are followed — particularly in areas frequented by young, vulnerable populations.
