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Drinking 'Nazar' Syrup During Muharram Causes Poisoning of 800 People in Golokh County

Feb 3, 2026 February 3, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Around 800 people in Golokh County were poisoned after consuming 'Nazar' syrup during Muharram ceremonies. The local health authorities reported symptoms of poisoning but claimed the drinking water is safe. This incident highlights ongoing issues with food safety during religious observances in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The poisoning incident underscores persistent food safety challenges in Iran, particularly during religious ceremonies.

👥 Key Players

Ebrahim Khadamlou MENTIONED
Head of the health network in Golokh County
"Responsible for public health and safety in the region, particularly during significant religious events."
Citizens of Golokh County MENTIONED
Victims of the poisoning incident
"Their health and safety are critical for community stability and trust in local governance."

📰 What Happened

Approximately 800 people in Golokh County were poisoned after consuming 'Nazar' syrup during Muharram mourning ceremonies. Local health authorities reported symptoms of poisoning but assured that the drinking water is safe.

  • The incident occurred within 24 hours, affecting hundreds of citizens.
  • This is not an isolated case; previous incidents of poisoning during Muharram have been reported in other regions.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This incident raises concerns about food safety regulations and public health management during significant cultural and religious events.
🌍 Regional: It highlights ongoing health risks that could affect neighboring regions, especially during similar religious observances.
🌐 International: International observers may view this as indicative of broader systemic issues within Iran's public health infrastructure.

📚 Background

Muharram is a significant month for Shia Muslims, marked by mourning rituals, during which food and drink are commonly shared. Past incidents of poisoning during this time have raised alarms about food safety.

Public health in Iran Religious observances and food safety
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The report comes from local health authorities, which are generally reliable but may downplay systemic issues.

The head of the health network in Golokh County, Mazandaran Province, announced that approximately 800 people were poisoned within 24 hours after consuming 'Nazar' syrup distributed during the Muharram mourning ceremonies. According to Ebrahim Khadamlou, 'hundreds' of citizens in Golokh who drank the syrup on Monday and Tuesday of this week experienced stomach pain and other symptoms of poisoning. However, he claimed that the drinking water in Golokh is safe. The head of the health network stated that the poisoned individuals were treated at medical centers and received medication and IV fluids. There have been multiple reports of poisoning due to food and drink consumption during Muharram in the past. Five years ago, in Tabas, 110 people were poisoned after drinking 'Nazar' syrup. Poisoning due to drinking 'Ay Sharab' has also been reported in various regions of Iran. Last week, 'suspicious' poisoning sent over 400 citizens to the hospital in Roudaneshahr, Gilan Province. Last year, more than 300 people in Ilam Province were hospitalized due to drinking contaminated water.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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