Kushinagar: In a heartbreaking incident, three children from the same family died within 48 hours after developing high fever, triggering panic in Uttar Pradesh’s Kushinagar district. Health authorities have rushed a special medical team to Gularhiya Tola village under Nebua Naurangia block to investigate and screen other children for infections such as malaria and dengue, officials said on Saturday.
According to officials, the exact cause of the deaths will be known only after the medical reports are released. All three children reportedly fell ill suddenly and died despite being taken to different medical facilities.
Three Deaths in Two Days
The first victim, Manju (7), daughter of Pintu Gaur, fell ill about a week ago. Though she was initially taken to a local doctor, her condition did not improve. She was then shifted to the district hospital, where she died on Wednesday.
Soon after, Pintu’s younger daughter, Khushi (3), developed a high fever. As her condition worsened, she was referred to BRD Medical College in Gorakhpur, where she passed away on Friday morning.
Tragedy struck the family for the third time when Krishna (5), son of Pintu’s elder brother Dashrath, also came down with fever. He died while being taken to Padrauna for treatment on Friday morning.
Medical Team Deployed; Probe Underway
The cluster of deaths immediately alerted the health department, prompting the deployment of a medical team and the setting up of a special camp in the village.
Dr. Ranjan Kumar Maurya, in-charge of the Nebua Naurangia Community Health Centre, said the team has been stationed in the village for the last two days to examine and treat children.
“The exact cause of the deaths will be confirmed only after the medical reports come,” he said.
Screening of Children, Preventive Measures Initiated
So far, 57 children have been medically examined, with tests conducted for mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria. Medicines have been supplied to those in need.
In addition, officials have sprayed disinfectants and bleaching powder in affected areas to control any possible spread of infection. Villagers have been advised to ensure cleanliness around their homes and avoid water stagnation.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the village grapples with the shock of losing three young children in such a short span.
