Guwahati: More than 50 people, including women and children became ill after taking prasad in West Karbi Anglong district due to suspected food poisoning, in light of previous reports of food poisoning in several parts of Assam.
The incident occurred at Kheroni area of the district.
As per reports, the incident was reported at the home of Rajesh Bey, who organised the Manasa Puja and gave the devotees prasad.
Reportedly, the devotees felt discomfort after consuming prasad and were shifted to the hospital for treatment.
Among the devotees who fell ill included women, men, children and elderly persons.