Cough syrup deaths: SC rejects PIL seeking CBI probe, drug safety review; toll at 21 in MP

jimiinside — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:59:54 +0000

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea for a CBI investigation into the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. These deaths were reportedly caused by a toxic cough syrup. The manufacturer’s owner has been arrested. Several states have banned the syrup, and the factory has been sealed.

Cough syrup deaths: SC agrees to hear PIL; plea seeks CBI probe under retired judge’s supervision

jimiinside — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:57:55 +0000

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on October 10 concerning child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan linked to toxic cough syrups. The petition seeks a court-monitored investigation by a retired judge, systemic drug safety reforms, and CBI transfer of all related FIRs to ensure accountability and prevent future tragedies.

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Cough syrup deaths: SC rejects PIL seeking CBI probe, drug safety review; toll at 21 in MP

Cough syrup deaths: SC agrees to hear PIL; plea seeks CBI probe under retired judge’s supervision