32 fall ill after eating a snack in Kakinada

The health condition of 32 individuals who developed diarrhea after consuming snacks prepared by a local vendor in Dugguduru village of Kajuluru mandal in Kakinada district is said to be stable, said Kakinada District Medical Officer and Health Officer Dr.K. Narasimha Naik on Monday.

The incident occurred on June 28, when 32 people developed symptoms of diarrhea a few minutes after consuming the snack.

In an official statement, Dr.K. said Narasimha; “The 32 patients are out of danger and are being treated at Dugguduru Primary Health Centre. A health survey is underway in the village.”

Medical and health services along with food safety officials collected food samples from the store of the accused.

Published – 29 Jun 2026 20:53 IST