An attractive opening promotion at a new restaurant in Kerala, India, drew large crowds but led to food poisoning for 88 people, including 14 children, according to reports. Food inspectors later found the restaurant was operating without a license and discovered severe hygiene violations in the sauces.
A festive opening at a new restaurant in Kerala, India, turned into a public health incident on Friday when 88 people were rushed to receive urgent care for stomach upset and vomiting, according to reports. The establishment had attracted a large crowd with an aggressive promotional offer, but the event resulted in mass food poisoning, including 14 children. Health inspectors who arrived at the scene found the restaurant operating without a license and uncovered severe violations in the preparation of sauces. The incident is under investigation by local food safety authorities. No further details on the condition of the affected individuals have been reported.
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