Over 100 devotees fall ill after lunch at temple fair in Belagavi
All the victims are said to be out of danger
On October 21, 2026, over 100 devotees fell ill after a lunch served at the Shri Shellevva Jatra temple fair in Jodatti village, Belagavi district, Karnataka. The victims, comprising men, women, and children, experienced symptoms such as vomiting and dysentery following their meal. Initially, around 30 individuals were admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Subsequently, 71 devotees recovered after receiving preliminary medical care at the government hospital in Kattur village. By the end of the day, all affected individuals were declared out of danger. Police officers from the Chikkodi police station and officials from the Health Department conducted a visit to assess the situation.
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