Over 100 devotees fall ill after lunch at temple fair in Belagavi
Over 100 devotees fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after consuming a meal at a temple fair in Belagavi, Karnataka. While many were treated at local hospitals, officials confirmed that all victims are currently out of danger.
Why it matters
Mass food poisoning incidents at public gatherings raise concerns regarding food safety standards and health oversight at large community events.
Over 100 devotees fall ill after lunch at temple fair in Belagavi left Some devotees undergoing treatment for food poisoning in a hospital after having lunch at the Shri Shellevva Jatra in Jodatti village in Belagavi district of Karnataka on October 21, 2026. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/2q22fl/article71610245.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9727_22_10_2026_9_56_44_1_23BGMJODATTIJATRA1.JPEG SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Karnataka belagavi 22 10 2026.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in