Eighteen students in Chapainawabganj’s Sadar Upazila fell ill after consuming midday meal provided through a school feeding program at a government primary school. Ten of the affected students required hospitalization for treatment. The incident occurred at a local government primary school within the district. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the illness, but an investigation is underway to assess the food quality and preparation process. School officials are cooperating with health authorities to prevent further incidents. The remaining eight students are receiving treatment as outpatients and their condition is reported as stable. This incident raises concerns about the safety and hygiene standards of school feeding programs in the region.
