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The children dying in India's remote tribal heartland

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What happened

At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria.

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  • At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria.
  • Reported by BBC News and published Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:41:34 UTC.

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