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Elderly woman dies, another critical after consuming poisonous mushrooms; medical help delayed due to road blockade
Bageshwar: A woman died and another remains in critical condition after consuming poisonous wild mushrooms in the remote Kunwari village in Kapkot block of Uttarakhand's Bageshwar district on Sunday afternoon.
Rescue efforts were severely hampered by continuous landslides and blocked roads.
Dhanuli Devi, 65, and her daughter-in-law Kavita Devi, 27, found the mushrooms while working in their agricultural fields, and cooked them for lunch, believing them to be safe for consumption. Both women subsequently developed symptoms of severe poisoning. Dhanuli Devi passed away shortly afterward, while Kavita's condition deteriorated rapidly.
Villagers initially attempted to treat Kavita using traditional remedies and herbs, but without proper medical attention, her condition remains precarious.
"The road has been closed for days due to landslides in the Ambua stream area," said Guddu Danu, a resident. "If it had been open, Dhanuli could have been saved. Ambulances can't reach us, and it's too dangerous to carry the sick on foot."Persistent rainfall and landslides have rendered the five-kilometre road connecting the village to the main thoroughfare impassable, blocking any vehicular movement and impeding rescue operations.
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Brijesh Ghatyal, in-charge of Kapkot CHC, said that a medical team was sent immediately after receiving news of the incident. "We're trying our best, but due to road closures and dangerous conditions, reaching the village is taking time. Only after reaching can the team assess Kavita's actual condition," he said.
A team comprising health officials, Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) staff, and local police are working to ensure medical aid reaches the village.
Dhanuli Devi is survived by her son Khilaf Ram, daughter-in-law Kavita, and three grandchildren. The incident highlights the significant challenges faced by residents of remote Himalayan areas, where monsoon season regularly disrupts access to essential services, including healthcare and emergency assistance.
