In Taludali village near Tindivanam in the Viluppuram district, nearly 490 rotten eggs intended for distribution to students in government schools under midday meal scheme were buried after an inspection by the Block Development Officer (BDO).
The issue of spoiled eggs being prepared for school students came to light when parents discovered that rotten, foul-smelling eggs were being used in the school meals. Concerned for their children’s health, the parents confronted the cooking staff at the government higher secondary and primary schools in Taludali village, leading to a heated argument.
Upon learning about the incident, Block Development Officer (BDO) Silambu Selvan intervened and visited the schools to inspect the situation. During his inspection, he confirmed that a large portion of the eggs stored in the kitchen was unfit for consumption. Addressing the parents’ concerns, the BDO assured them that immediate action would be taken to resolve the issue. He further pledged that such lapses would not occur in the future, leading to a compromise.
To ensure the safety of the students, Silambu Selvan ordered the immediate disposal of the spoiled eggs. Using a JCB, the eggs were buried in a pit within the school premises. Additionally, the 490 eggs designated for distribution were returned to the BDO office for further action. This incident has sparked widespread concern, emphasizing the urgent need for stricter oversight and quality control in midday meal programs to ensure the health and safety of students.
முட்டைகளை வேகவைத்தபோது துர்நாற்றம் வீச்சு… பள்ளியை முற்றுகையிட்ட பெற்றோர்கள்… குழி தோண்டி புதைத்த பள்ளி நிர்வாகம்#Viluppuram #Mailam #GovtSchool #Egg #Students#NewsTamil #NewsTamil24x7 pic.twitter.com/YinPdu7L6o
— News Tamil 24×7 (@NewsTamilTV24x7) December 9, 2024
(With inputs from Dinamalar)
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