28 Sri Venkateswara Ayurvedic College students fall ill due to food poisoning in Andhra Pradesh

Twenty-eight students at Sri Venkateswara Ayurvedic College in Andhra Pradesh were hospitalized following a food poisoning incident at their hostel. All students received medical treatment and have since been discharged in stable condition.
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Highlights concerns regarding food safety and hygiene standards in institutional residential facilities.
Around 28 students from Sri Venkateswara Ayurvedic College were admitted to TTD’s Central Hospital after reporting food poisoning with symptoms of diarrhea, nausea, and mild abdominal pain after consuming food at the hostel on Monday (July 27, 2026). According to reports, three students were referred to SVIMS for consultation and were sent home.
The condition of the students was stated to be stable, according to the final medical report.
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