Just like the previous day and every day prior, Kirthi gently woke their 21-month-old son Rithik, who was still curled up under the sheets. After the morning routine, he was fed a cup of warm milk, purchased from a local vendor only hours earlier. Krishna Veni’s was the first death, on February 22; she had consumed the milk on February 16 and 17. He had reportedly consumed milk supplied by Ganesh on February 16 and 17. It is one of the most sophisticated treatments available in the city, but costs approximately ₹1 lakh a day, including associated medical support.

Source: The Hindu February 27, 2026 15:32 UTC