Cough syrup deaths: Congress takes out candle march in Bhopal, seeks health minister's ouster
Bhopal (PTI): The Opposition Congress on Thursday took out a candle march here and demanded the resignation of Madhya Pradesh health minister Rajendra Shukla over the deaths of children due to a `contaminated' cough syrup.
State Congress chief Jitu Patwari, Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh and others participated in the protest at Roshanpura Square.
The bereaved families must get justice and strict action should be taken against those responsible, Patwari told reporters.
"The affected families must receive adequate compensation and justice. The culprits must face the harshest punishment," he demanded.
Digvijaya Singh alleged that the death toll was rising while the government was failing to take concrete action. "The health minister should resign for giving a clean chit to the toxic cough syrup," he said.
So far, 22 children, mostly from Chhindwara, have died due to suspected kidney failure after allegedly consuming the 'Coldrif' syrup. The state government has formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the case.
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Bengaluru: Sheikh Latif assumes charge as CEO of State Waqf Board
Bengaluru: Sheikh Latif assumed charge as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Karnataka State Waqf Board.
Board Chairman Dr. Syed Muhammad Ali Al-Hussaini welcomed the new CEO and expressed confidence that his administrative experience would strengthen the Board’s functioning.
He said priority would be given to the protection, development and proper supervision of Waqf properties across the state. The Board also aims to expand its service-oriented activities through transparent and effective governance while implementing community welfare programmes.
Speaking after assuming office, Sheikh Latif said he would discharge his responsibilities with honesty and dedication. He emphasised that safeguarding Waqf properties and protecting public interest would remain his priority, adding that efforts would be made to enhance administrative efficiency, accountability and transparency within the Board.
A senior KAS officer, Sheikh Latif has served in various government departments, including the Minorities Department.
His appointment was welcomed by Board members and community leaders.
