MP High Court Denies Bail to Doctor in Chhindwara Cough Syrup Death Case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court refused bail to Dr. Praveen Soni, who was arrested for allegedly prescribing “Coldrif” cough syrup linked to the deaths of more than 26 young children in Chhindwara district.

The Court noted an allegation that a senior paediatrician had warned Dr. Soni about past deaths caused by DEG-contaminated cough syrup and suggested a similar risk, but Dr. Soni continued prescribing the medicine.

The Court also recorded allegations that he prescribed a fixed-dose combination allegedly banned by a government circular dated 18.12.2023, and that public health was impacted.

[Dr. Praveen Soni v. The State of Madhya Pradesh]