Guwahati, 1st June: In a tragic incident in Uriamghat, Golaghat, eight individuals from two families have been hospitalized after consuming poisonous mushrooms. The condition of the men is reported to be critical.
The affected individuals fell ill shortly after consuming mushrooms they had gathered from behind their residence and incorporated into their meals the previous night. Seven of the victims have been admitted to Shaheed Kushal Konwar Civil Hospital in Golaghat, while one has been transferred to Jorhat for further medical care.
The victims include Babita Khakalari, Champa Khakalari, Sita Khakalari, and Manisha Khakalari from Jurdangal, Uriamghat. The other family members from Baganbari, Uriamghat, include Hira Mana Garh, Maheshwar Garh, Dilman Garh, and Lokeshwari Garh.
This incident has heightened concerns about the risks associated with consuming wild mushrooms without proper identification. Local authorities are investigating to prevent similar occurrences in the future and to educate the public on the dangers of consuming unidentified mushrooms.