Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 5 (ANI): At least 14 deaths have been reported due to the alleged consumption of a cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara, said an official on Sunday.

Apart from these 14 deaths, eight children have been admitted to Chhindwara's Nagpur hospital.

Speaking to ANI, Additional District Magistrate of Chhindwara, Dhirendra Singh, stated that a drug controller team has been formed and is conducting raids at various locations in Chhindwara and nearby districts to seize the banned cough syrup.

He added that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has also been formed and is heading to Tamil Nadu for investigation in the case.

"14 deaths have been reported to us. Compensation has been approved for it, and the amount has reached their account. 8 childre

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