Jaipur: More than 100 people, including children, fell ill after allegedly consuming contaminated sweets at a wedding function in Rajasthan, triggering a health scare and prompting an official investigation.
The incident took place in Dhani Gaskan village in the Viratnagar area of Kotputli-Behror district, where around 105 villagers reported symptoms such as vomiting and severe stomach pain after attending the ceremony.
According to officials, the sweets, reportedly including rasmalai, were prepared on Thursday night for the wedding and later distributed among guests and locals on Friday. Shortly after consumption, many attendees began experiencing discomfort, leading to panic in the village.
All those affected were rushed to the Community Health Centre in Atela for immediate treatment. Medical teams responded quickly, and while most patients were treated and discharged after their condition improved, several cases required further medical attention. At least 16 children and 14 adults were referred to the Shahpura Community Health Centre for advanced care.
Local administration officials said the situation is now under control, with no reports of critical conditions among the patients. Sub-Divisional Officer Kapil Kumar Upadhyay confirmed that timely medical intervention helped prevent the situation from worsening.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause of the suspected food poisoning. The food safety department has collected samples of the sweets and sent them to a laboratory for testing.
Such incidents are not uncommon during large gatherings, especially in the summer months, when high temperatures can accelerate food spoilage if proper hygiene and storage practices are not followed. Experts often warn that dairy-based sweets like rasmalai are particularly vulnerable to contamination if not handled carefully.
The incident has raised concerns about food safety standards at large social events, with officials urging organisers to ensure strict hygiene measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
