After Telangana teen’s death from paraquat poisoning, doctors and experts push for nationwide ban

A 16-year-old girl's death from paraquat poisoning has intensified calls for a nationwide ban on the herbicide. Medical experts highlight its fatality, lack of antidote, and the availability of safer alternatives. Despite being banned in 70 countries, regulatory action in India remains stalled.

After Telangana teen’s death from paraquat poisoning, doctors and experts push for nationwide ban
A 16-year-old girl's death from paraquat poisoning has intensified calls for a nationwide ban on the herbicide. Medical experts highlight its fatality, lack of antidote, and the availability of safer alternatives. Despite being banned in 70 countries, regulatory action in India remains stalled.