Nerium Oleander

  • 06 May 2024

Recent death prompts concerns over Nerium Oleander ('Arali') poisoning in Kerala

  • Recent death in Kerala raises concerns over Nerium Oleander poisoning.
  • 'Arali' commonly used in temples and given as prasadam.
  • Travancore Devaswom Board awaits conclusive report on the incident.
  • Victim accidentally consumed 'Arali' before collapsing at Kochi airport.
  • Presence of poison found in victim's body during post-mortem.
  • Extreme summer climate may have contributed to higher toxicity levels.