NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Hostel Food Poisoning Incident in Ahmedabad

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance of a media report about several girls falling ill after consuming food at a hostel in Memnagar, Ahmedabad.

Around 57 students reported symptoms like vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain, with nearly 18 requiring hospitalisation.

The Commission observed that if the report is accurate, it raises serious concerns of human rights violations related to health and safety.

It issued notices to the Gujarat Chief Secretary and Ahmedabad Police Commissioner, seeking a detailed report within two weeks, including the health status of the victims and progress of the investigation.