India’s Drug Regulator Urges Strict Testing After Cough Syrup Tragedy

After 20 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh linked to toxic cough syrup, India’s drug regulator CDSCO urged all states and UTs to enforce strict medicine testing. Tamil Nadu banned and sealed the manufacturer’s unit, citing adulteration with diethylene glycol. Criminal action is likely. Kerala and MP also banned the syrup, with investigations ongoing.