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Imphal: More than 50 students were rushed to the District Hospital in Churachandpur after falling ill during Independence Day festivities. The victims suffered from heat stroke and severe dehydration. It was an avoidable disaster.
The Hmar Students’ Association, Zomi Students’ Federation, and Kuki Students’ Organisation issued a joint statement Saturday. They pinned the blame squarely on the district administration. The groups claimed students were forced to endure days of intensive practice without proper food or water. On the big day, the kids stood in the sun for hours. Meanwhile, VIPs enjoyed shaded seating and refreshments.
The student bodies labeled the mass hospitalization a sign of gross negligence. They noted the lack of any official presence at the hospital after the students were admitted. "What is particularly concerning is that the District Administration, Churachandpur, did not make any visit or extend any personal support to the hospitalised students," the groups stated.
The organizations demanded immediate policy changes to ensure student safety during public events. They threatened to pull schools and students from future programs if the administration fails to act. The students want an apology and a plan to stop this from happening again.
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