Jaundice Outbreak in Hazara Singh Village
Chandigarh health team conducts on-site inspection in village; 6 children discharged after recovery
Harish Monga
Ferozepur, March 3, 2026: A special team from the Health Department headquarters in Chandigarh visited Hazara Singh Wala village in border district Ferozepur on Tuesday as a jaundice outbreak linked to contaminated water affected 35 children. While one girl had earlier succumbed to the illness, 6 children were discharged from the Civil Hospital after full recovery, and the remaining patients are reported to be stable.
The visiting Chandigarh team, comprising State Epidemiologist Dr Deepti Sharma (IDSP) and State Veterinary Consultant Dr Navjot Kaur, conducted a detailed review meeting with district health authorities and officials from the Water Supply, Sewerage and Animal Husbandry departments. The team also carried out door-to-door visits to assess the ground situation and spread awareness about preventive measures.
Deputy Commissioner Deep Shikha Sharma said the Health Department is closely monitoring the situation and ensuring uninterrupted medical care for all affected villagers. She reiterated that water supply to the village will be restored only after certification that it is fit for human consumption.
Civil Surgeon Dr Rajiv Parashar informed that expert medical teams have examined residents and a medical camp is operational in the village, which falls under Community Health Centre, Mamdot. He expressed confidence that the remaining admitted children would soon recover and return home.
Officials instructed local shopkeepers to maintain strict hygiene, including washing packaged food items before sale. The Executive Engineer (XEN) of the Punjab Health Department has been issued a notice, while the Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development) has been directed to take strict action against officials found negligent in ensuring sanitation in schools and the village.
Authorities stated that all infected children are presently stable, and the administration remains on high alert to prevent any further spread of the disease.