Andhra Milk Contamination: Fifth Death Reported, 15 Undergoing Treatment

• One more person died in the suspected milk adulteration case in Rajamahendravaram, taking the toll to five.
• 15 others are currently undergoing treatment at various hospitals, many with acute renal complications requiring dialysis and ventilator support.
• Epidemiological evidence points to milk adulteration as the probable cause; milk from a private dairy supplied to 106 families was stopped.
• Samples of milk, paneer, ghee, water, and vinegar from the dairy and affected households sent for analysis.
• The suspected milk vendor has been taken into custody, the dairy unit sealed, and an investigation is underway.