Rahul Kumar had married Sudha Devi two years ago and the birth of their first child just 25 days ago had brought great joy to the family. (Representational Image)
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News1802-01-2026, 18:40

Tragic Loss: 25-Day-Old Dies From Quilt Suffocation in Varanasi. Is Your Baby Safe?

  • A 25-day-old infant tragically died from suffocation inside a quilt in Varanasi's Mirzamurad area due to a severe cold spell.
  • The mother had wrapped herself and the newborn in a thick quilt after feeding, only to find the baby unresponsive in the morning.
  • The family, Rahul Kumar and Sudha Devi, rushed the child to a private hospital in Mohansarai, where doctors declared the infant dead.
  • The incident has brought immense grief to Benipur village, as the baby was the couple's first child, born just 25 days prior.
  • Health experts warn against covering newborns completely with quilts or thick blankets, emphasizing the need to keep their faces uncovered for free breathing, especially in winter.

Why It Matters: A 25-day-old died from quilt suffocation in Varanasi, prompting expert warnings on safe infant bedding.

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