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Deadly Negligence: 11 Children Die from Toxic Cough Syrup in Madhya Pradesh While Officials Delay Action
Oct 05, 2025 05:07 pm CST
An NDTV investigation reveals systemic failures in Madhya Pradesh's health system after 11 children died from Coldrif cough syrup contaminated with 48.6% Diethylene Glycol. While Tamil Nadu authorities identified and banned the toxic medication within 24 hours, Madhya Pradesh officials delayed action for weeks, conducted no autopsies, and took holidays during the crisis, raising serious questions about accountability and public health safety.
Deadly Contamination: Madhya Pradesh Bans Coldrif Cough Syrup After 10 Deaths and Confirmed Diethylene Glycol Presence
Oct 04, 2025 05:16 pm CST
The Madhya Pradesh government has banned 'Coldrif' cough syrup after an NDTV report revealed it contained 48.6% Diethylene Glycol, a toxic industrial solvent. Ten deaths have been linked to the medication, with affected children showing symptoms consistent with DEG poisoning. All products from manufacturer Sresan Pharmaceuticals have been suspended pending investigation.