At least 13 inmates of the S.C. Welfare Hostel, Movva, were taken ill, reportedly after eating rice which was served to them during the dinner on Monday.
The inmates, all boys, were admitted to the government hospital, Machilipatnam.
It is learnt that the boys complained of stomach pain and other health problems. However, the exact reason, as to why the students were taken ill, was yet to be ascertained. Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra visited the hospital where the doctors confirmed that the health condition of the students was stable. Mr. Ravindra told the media that an inquiry had been ordered into the incident.