Madhya Pradesh HC denies bail to doctor Praveen Soni in cough syrup death case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court's Jabalpur bench has denied bail to Dr. Praveen Soni, implicated in the controversial cough syrup case linked to the deaths of 26 children. The court's decision was influenced by findings of diethylene glycol (DEG) contamination in the Coldrif cough syrup, which is believed to be the cause of these tragic fatalities. The case has drawn significant public attention and scrutiny, highlighting issues of pharmaceutical safety and regulatory oversight in India. As investigations continue, the court underscored the severity of the allegations against Dr. Soni, including the potential for further harm should he be released. This ruling emphasizes the judiciary's stance on maintaining public safety amid ongoing concerns regarding the quality of medical products in the market.