Watermelon deaths mystery deepens after rat poison bottle is found
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Summary
A forensic report confirmed zinc phosphide poisoning in the Dokadia family deaths.
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Type Research
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Saturday, 9 May 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
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PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Jal Jeevan Mission: Rs 60,000 crore/year
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NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right