Overview

• The former chief minister and Chhindwara MLA called for Rs 50 lakh compensation per bereaved family.
• He said 10 children in Chhindwara died after consuming adulterated cough syrup that led to kidney failure.
• His appeal comes after the state sanctioned Rs 4 lakh each for families of the 14 deceased.
• Nath urged the government to fully cover treatment costs for children still receiving care.
• He termed the episode a man-made tragedy and pressed for a statewide crackdown on spurious and toxic medicines.