Two minor girls die after mistakenly consuming bleach

Lahore: Two young sisters lost their lives after accidentally consuming bleach at their relative’s house in Barki.

The victims, identified as two-year-old Aizal and four-year-old Jannat, were playing at their aunt’s residence when the incident occurred. According to police, the sisters reportedly ingested the toxic substance, commonly used for washing clothes, which led to their immediate deterioration. They were rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors pronounced them dead on arrival. The police have initiated an investigation into the incident, though preliminary reports suggest it was an accidental case. The family of the deceased refused to conduct a post-mortem, following which the police completed the necessary legal formalities and handed over the bodies to the heirs. The heartbreaking incident has left the local community in a shock and mourning. This unfortunate event highlights the critical need for awareness about