UP: Govt Supplied Medicines Including Cough Syrups, Iron Tablets Found Dumped in Canal, Probe Ordered
Based on preliminary observations, officials suspect that the medicines may have been deliberately disposed of by staff of a health facility.
Written By : sheeba farhat
Published On 2026-01-16 13:12 GMT | Update On 2026-01-16 13:12 GMT
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Jalaun: A large quantity of government-supplied medicines was found floating and dumped along a canal in Kadaura block here on Thursday, prompting the health department to order an inquiry.
According to officials, local villagers informed authorities that a significant number of medicines were seen floating in the canal minor, while several packets were found placed on its banks.
Acting on the information, a team from the health department was sent to the location. Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Devendra Bhitouria said an investigation has been initiated to ascertain the source of the medicines. "After verification of the batch numbers, it will be clear which health centre the medicines belong to," he said.
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