In a shocking incident that has raised alarm bells across Jammu and Kashmir, lawmakers are calling for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the mysterious deaths of 17 villagers in Budhal, Rajouri district. The fatalities, reported between December 7 last year and January 19, have been linked to a wedding feast held on December 2, leading to widespread concerns about food safety and potential poisoning.
During the recent assembly session, Budhal MLA Javed Iqbal Choudhary alleged that these deaths are part of a larger conspiracy to destabilize the region. “Different toxins have been found in the samples. It seems they were poisoned with a truckload of toxins,” he stated, urging an immediate investigation.
Investigation Findings
Health Minister Sakina Itoo confirmed that an investigation by the home department is ongoing, dismissing the possibility of a communicable disease as the cause. Reports from various medical institutions indicate that the deaths were not due to bacterial or viral infections. Notably, toxicological analyses revealed traces of harmful substances such as aluminium, cadmium, and chlorfenapyr in the victims and food samples.
As investigations continue, authorities have banned social gatherings in Budhal to prevent further tragedies. Legislators from multiple parties, including the National Conference, PDP, and CPM, have rallied behind the demand for a thorough CBI investigation, emphasizing the need to uncover the root cause of these deaths.
Government Response
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has dispatched an inter-ministerial team to assess the situation. The government has assured that further actions will be taken based on the findings from the home department.
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