TALOQAN (Pajhwok): At least 250 individuals have been poisoned at a Khatmul Quran ceremony in northern Takhar province, an official said on Saturday.
Mir Alam Khan, administrative chief for Chal district, told Pajhwok Afghan News the poisoning incident occurred in Khan Agha village.
He said the affected individuals were evacuated to hospital. They were discharged after being administered first medical aid.
A source in the provincial hospital, wishing anonymity, said 100 individuals had been brought to the hospital. They were discharged after getting medical treatment.
But police spokesman Khalil Aseer said 80 people were poisoned. The motive behind the incident . . .
