Kerala, May 19, 2023

On May 19, 2023, a joyful marriage function turned into a health crisis. Approximately 130 were Hospitalized for food poisoning at the Kerala marriage feast in Malappuram District due to suspected food poisoning. The unfortunate health crisis incident took place during a marriage feast organized at Kalady near Edappal on Wednesday evening. This happened soon after consuming the food served by the groom’s family at the reception. And a significant number of attendees developed distressing symptoms. Which included fever, diarrhoea, and vomiting, necessitating their immediate hospitalization. The affected individuals are currently receiving medical care at hospitals in Maranchery, Kalady, and Ponnani. While health officials continue to investigate the cause of the food poising.