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.