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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Wasps attack school's I-Day march, 30 hurt
Sabang: Chaos erupted during the Independence Day procession at Balpai Pashupati Surendra Vidyapith High School in Sabang when a swarm of wasps attacked several students and teachers, leaving many injured. Thirty students and teachers were injured in the incident on Friday. Chief health officer Saumyasankar Sarangi said that seven, including a seriously injured teacher, were admitted to Sabang Rural Hospital, while two were referred to Midnapore Medical College Hospital. Most returned home after initial treatment. The incident occurred while the procession was passing a banyan tree. Agitated by the noise of cymbals, the wasps suddenly attacked the group. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Gold Rates Today in Kolkata | Silver Rates Today in Kolkata State water resources minister Manas Ranjan Bhunia, Sabang police officer Chanchal Singha and block development officer Manik Kumar Singha Mahapatra met the patients at the hospital. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
India.com
3 days ago
- India.com
Sabang: 30 Injured, 7 Critical After Hornet Attack During Independence Day School March In Bengal
Sabang, West Bengal: A celebratory Independence Day march turned into chaos on Thursday morning when a swarm of hornets attacked a school procession, injuring 30 people, including students and teachers, in Sabang block of West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur district. Seven of the injured are reported to be in critical condition. What Happened: The incident took place during a prabhat pheri (morning march) organised by Balpai Pashupati Surendra Vidyapith High School to mark the 78th Independence Day. The event began with students and teachers marching through local streets, accompanied by drums and other instruments. According to witnesses, the group was passing through a road near a village when hornets—disturbed from a nearby nest—suddenly swarmed the procession. Panic ensued as participants screamed in pain and scattered in different directions to escape the stings. Casualties and Medical Response: A total of 30 people, including several teachers, sustained injuries. Seven of them were critically hurt and rushed to Sabang Hospital. Two of the most serious cases were transferred to Medinipur Medical College for advanced treatment. Local Reaction: The attack has caused widespread fear in the community, with locals expressing shock at the unexpected turn of events on what was meant to be a day of celebration. Authorities have urged caution in areas where hornet nests are present, especially during outdoor gatherings. Background: The prabhat pheri is a long-standing tradition in many Indian schools, where students and teachers take part in early morning processions to celebrate Independence Day, often with music, flags, and patriotic slogans. Authorities' Statement: Local officials have confirmed the incident and assured that the injured are receiving the best possible medical care. Steps are being taken to remove the hornet nest to prevent future incidents.
