Cough syrup deaths raised in Rajasthan assembly; govt blames use without medical advice

Rajasthan government stated cough syrup deaths resulted from overdosing and existing health conditions. The medicine was taken without medical advice. The state also announced a proposal to double compensation for deaths caused by wild animal attacks. This increase will raise the payout from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh.

Cough syrup deaths raised in Rajasthan assembly; govt blames use without medical advice
Rajasthan government stated cough syrup deaths resulted from overdosing and existing health conditions. The medicine was taken without medical advice. The state also announced a proposal to double compensation for deaths caused by wild animal attacks. This increase will raise the payout from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh.