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The Darkness of Poisonous Syrup: Congress's 'Donation' Attack on BJP Over the Lives of 26 Toddlers
October 25, 2025, 9:30 PM
Bhopal: A heartbreaking incident in Madhya Pradesh has shaken the entire country. 26 innocent toddlers lost their lives due to poisonous cough syrup, yet why is no strict action being taken against the pharmaceutical companies responsible? Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijay Singh has found the answer. According to him, these companies are getting protection in power because they donated a whopping Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds. This sensational allegation has heated up the political atmosphere, and the battle of accusations between the ruling BJP and the opposition has intensified. This incident is not just a medical accident, but is exposing a sobering story of political corruption and lack of accountability.
The story of the lives of children: The terrifying mystery of poisonous syrup
This incident that took place in Madhya Pradesh and neighboring Rajasthan in the last few months has brought tears to the eyes of parents. In this case, which started on September 2, 2025, cough syrup given for a common cold and cough pushed many children into the embrace of death. Investigation revealed that the amount of the toxic chemical Diethylene Glycol in this syrup was 48.6 percent. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the safe amount of this chemical should not exceed 0.01 percent. That is, this syrup was not just a medicine, but a temple of death!
The main accused in this case is the company Srisan Pharmaceuticals. The owner of this company, Govindanathan Ranganathan, has finally been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT). Action has been taken against three doctors who sold this syrup in Madhya Pradesh, as well as the relevant officials. However, as alleged by Digvijay Singh, the network of big drug manufacturers at the root of the company has been kept clean. This incident is not limited to Madhya Pradesh alone, but is exposing the weakness of the drug regulatory system across the country. Similar incidents have happened before - in 2022, several children died due to toxic syrup in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. Even then, the company owners were punished, but the big companies were only fined. Now once again, this compounding virus seems to be happening.
Digvijay Singh's blast: 'Protection of donations, loot of lives!'
At a press conference in Bhopal, Digvijay Singh launched a strong attack on the BJP government. He said, "Since September 2, 26 children have lost their lives due to taking cough syrup. The content of diethylene glycol was 48.6 percent. Its safe content should be 0.01 percent. Now if the investigation has proven that the syrup is mixed with toxic chemicals, why should the health ministers remain in their posts?"
He made another shocking allegation: "The pharmaceutical companies that sold the poisonous drugs have given election funds to the ruling BJP at the Centre. Due to this, they are getting protection from action. These pharmaceutical companies have donated a total of Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds." Singh said that 35 companies that gave election funds to the BJP are those that do not meet the quality standards of medicines. "People's lives and safety are being played with. With the protection of power, no one can take responsibility for this incident," he asked in direct words.
Electoral bonds are a mysterious scheme that was started in 2018. The identity of the individuals or companies making donations is hidden, which leads to political parties getting 'corporate donations'. Although the Supreme Court scrapped the scheme in January 2024, a total of Rs 16,500 crore was donated before that, of which the largest share went to the BJP. Digvijay Singh's allegation is that this donation was not just a 'fund' but a 'price of protection'. He claims that action was avoided despite repeated notices from the FDA on these companies under the Department of Drug Regulation (CDSCO).
Political controversy: Blaze of accusations and counter-accusations
These allegations have created a stir in the BJP camp. BJP leaders have not yet reacted directly, but the party spokesperson says, "Congress is making this issue a political weapon. The company owner has been arrested and the investigation is underway." However, the Congress party has announced to raise the matter in Parliament. Madhya Pradesh Congress leader Kamal Nath also posted on Twitter (X) and said, "BJP's protection of companies that take the lives of children? How is this a concern for the government?"
On the other hand, the Health Ministry clarified that, "Strict action will be taken against the guilty during the investigation. We are implementing new guidelines for quality control." But according to Singh, this is just 'damage control'. Seeing a series of such incidents across the country, the corporate-politics chain in the pharmaceutical industry is being exposed. In 2023 too, a major company was accused of quality violations, but the donating companies only received a warning.
Consequences and demands: Waiting for justice
This incident is not just a statistic, but a story of the pain of families. Parents are protesting in cities like Bhopal and Indore, demanding justice. Digvijay Singh has demanded from the central and state governments: "Strict action should be taken against the guilty companies that take the lives of children and the officials who sell them. Resign the health minister and investigate the donations of electoral bonds.
October 25, 2025, 9:30 PM
Bhopal: A heartbreaking incident in Madhya Pradesh has shaken the entire country. 26 innocent toddlers lost their lives due to poisonous cough syrup, yet why is no strict action being taken against the pharmaceutical companies responsible? Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijay Singh has found the answer. According to him, these companies are getting protection in power because they donated a whopping Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds. This sensational allegation has heated up the political atmosphere, and the battle of accusations between the ruling BJP and the opposition has intensified. This incident is not just a medical accident, but is exposing a sobering story of political corruption and lack of accountability.
The story of the lives of children: The terrifying mystery of poisonous syrup
This incident that took place in Madhya Pradesh and neighboring Rajasthan in the last few months has brought tears to the eyes of parents. In this case, which started on September 2, 2025, cough syrup given for a common cold and cough pushed many children into the embrace of death. Investigation revealed that the amount of the toxic chemical Diethylene Glycol in this syrup was 48.6 percent. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the safe amount of this chemical should not exceed 0.01 percent. That is, this syrup was not just a medicine, but a temple of death!
The main accused in this case is the company Srisan Pharmaceuticals. The owner of this company, Govindanathan Ranganathan, has finally been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT). Action has been taken against three doctors who sold this syrup in Madhya Pradesh, as well as the relevant officials. However, as alleged by Digvijay Singh, the network of big drug manufacturers at the root of the company has been kept clean. This incident is not limited to Madhya Pradesh alone, but is exposing the weakness of the drug regulatory system across the country. Similar incidents have happened before - in 2022, several children died due to toxic syrup in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. Even then, the company owners were punished, but the big companies were only fined. Now once again, this compounding virus seems to be happening.
Digvijay Singh's blast: 'Protection of donations, loot of lives!'
At a press conference in Bhopal, Digvijay Singh launched a strong attack on the BJP government. He said, "Since September 2, 26 children have lost their lives due to taking cough syrup. The content of diethylene glycol was 48.6 percent. Its safe content should be 0.01 percent. Now if the investigation has proven that the syrup is mixed with toxic chemicals, why should the health ministers remain in their posts?"
He made another shocking allegation: "The pharmaceutical companies that sold the poisonous drugs have given election funds to the ruling BJP at the Centre. Due to this, they are getting protection from action. These pharmaceutical companies have donated a total of Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds." Singh said that 35 companies that gave election funds to the BJP are those that do not meet the quality standards of medicines. "People's lives and safety are being played with. With the protection of power, no one can take responsibility for this incident," he asked in direct words.
Electoral bonds are a mysterious scheme that was started in 2018. The identity of the individuals or companies making donations is hidden, which leads to political parties getting 'corporate donations'. Although the Supreme Court scrapped the scheme in January 2024, a total of Rs 16,500 crore was donated before that, of which the largest share went to the BJP. Digvijay Singh's allegation is that this donation was not just a 'fund' but a 'price of protection'. He claims that action was avoided despite repeated notices from the FDA on these companies under the Department of Drug Regulation (CDSCO).
Political controversy: Blaze of accusations and counter-accusations
These allegations have created a stir in the BJP camp. BJP leaders have not yet reacted directly, but the party spokesperson says, "Congress is making this issue a political weapon. The company owner has been arrested and the investigation is underway." However, the Congress party has announced to raise the matter in Parliament. Madhya Pradesh Congress leader Kamal Nath also posted on Twitter (X) and said, "BJP's protection of companies that take the lives of children? How is this a concern for the government?"
On the other hand, the Health Ministry clarified that, "Strict action will be taken against the guilty during the investigation. We are implementing new guidelines for quality control." But according to Singh, this is just 'damage control'. Seeing a series of such incidents across the country, the corporate-politics chain in the pharmaceutical industry is being exposed. In 2023 too, a major company was accused of quality violations, but the donating companies only received a warning.
Consequences and demands: Waiting for justice
This incident is not just a statistic, but a story of the pain of families. Parents are protesting in cities like Bhopal and Indore, demanding justice. Digvijay Singh has demanded from the central and state governments: "Strict action should be taken against the guilty companies that take the lives of children and the officials who sell them. Resign the health minister and investigate the donations of electoral bonds.
Bhopal: A heartbreaking incident in Madhya Pradesh has shaken the entire country. 26 innocent toddlers lost their lives due to poisonous cough syrup, yet why is no strict action being taken against the pharmaceutical companies responsible? Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijay Singh has found the answer. According to him, these companies are getting protection in power because they donated a whopping Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds. This sensational allegation has heated up the political atmosphere, and the battle of accusations between the ruling BJP and the opposition has intensified. This incident is not just a medical accident, but is exposing a sobering story of political corruption and lack of accountability.
The story of the lives of children: The terrifying mystery of poisonous syrup
This incident that took place in Madhya Pradesh and neighboring Rajasthan in the last few months has brought tears to the eyes of parents. In this case, which started on September 2, 2025, cough syrup given for a common cold and cough pushed many children into the embrace of death. Investigation revealed that the amount of the toxic chemical Diethylene Glycol in this syrup was 48.6 percent. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the safe amount of this chemical should not exceed 0.01 percent. That is, this syrup was not just a medicine, but a temple of death!
The main accused in this case is the company Srisan Pharmaceuticals. The owner of this company, Govindanathan Ranganathan, has finally been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT). Action has been taken against three doctors who sold this syrup in Madhya Pradesh, as well as the relevant officials. However, as alleged by Digvijay Singh, the network of big drug manufacturers at the root of the company has been kept clean. This incident is not limited to Madhya Pradesh alone, but is exposing the weakness of the drug regulatory system across the country. Similar incidents have happened before - in 2022, several children died due to toxic syrup in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. Even then, the company owners were punished, but the big companies were only fined. Now once again, this compounding virus seems to be happening.
Digvijay Singh's blast: 'Protection of donations, loot of lives!'
At a press conference in Bhopal, Digvijay Singh launched a strong attack on the BJP government. He said, "Since September 2, 26 children have lost their lives due to taking cough syrup. The content of diethylene glycol was 48.6 percent. Its safe content should be 0.01 percent. Now if the investigation has proven that the syrup is mixed with toxic chemicals, why should the health ministers remain in their posts?"
He made another shocking allegation: "The pharmaceutical companies that sold the poisonous drugs have given election funds to the ruling BJP at the Centre. Due to this, they are getting protection from action. These pharmaceutical companies have donated a total of Rs 945 crore to the BJP through electoral bonds." Singh said that 35 companies that gave election funds to the BJP are those that do not meet the quality standards of medicines. "People's lives and safety are being played with. With the protection of power, no one can take responsibility for this incident," he asked in direct words.
Electoral bonds are a mysterious scheme that was started in 2018. The identity of the individuals or companies making donations is hidden, which leads to political parties getting 'corporate donations'. Although the Supreme Court scrapped the scheme in January 2024, a total of Rs 16,500 crore was donated before that, of which the largest share went to the BJP. Digvijay Singh's allegation is that this donation was not just a 'fund' but a 'price of protection'. He claims that action was avoided despite repeated notices from the FDA on these companies under the Department of Drug Regulation (CDSCO).
Political controversy: Blaze of accusations and counter-accusations
These allegations have created a stir in the BJP camp. BJP leaders have not yet reacted directly, but the party spokesperson says, "Congress is making this issue a political weapon. The company owner has been arrested and the investigation is underway." However, the Congress party has announced to raise the matter in Parliament. Madhya Pradesh Congress leader Kamal Nath also posted on Twitter (X) and said, "BJP's protection of companies that take the lives of children? How is this a concern for the government?"
On the other hand, the Health Ministry clarified that, "Strict action will be taken against the guilty during the investigation. We are implementing new guidelines for quality control." But according to Singh, this is just 'damage control'. Seeing a series of such incidents across the country, the corporate-politics chain in the pharmaceutical industry is being exposed. In 2023 too, a major company was accused of quality violations, but the donating companies only received a warning.
Consequences and demands: Waiting for justice
This incident is not just a statistic, but a story of the pain of families. Parents are protesting in cities like Bhopal and Indore, demanding justice. Digvijay Singh has demanded from the central and state governments: "Strict action should be taken against the guilty companies that take the lives of children and the officials who sell them. Resign the health minister and investigate the donations of electoral bonds.
