India's Cough Syrup Deaths: Justice Delayed in Jammu
At least 12 children under the age of five died in Ramnagar, India, allegedly after consuming a cough syrup that contained high amounts of diethylene glycol, a toxic compound that can cause kidney failure and death. The parents of the victims are demanding justice and action against those responsible. India, the world's largest exporter of generic drugs, has faced scrutiny over quality standards in its pharmaceutical industry following similar incidents in The Gambia and Uzbekistan. Health activists have long raised concerns about lax manufacturing practices and regulatory oversight. Indian regulators claim that the deaths in Ramnagar are isolated incidents, but critics argue for stricter regulations and accountability.