Chandrapur: At least 80 students of a state-run tribal school in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra fell ill, allegedly after drinking contaminated water, an official said on Wednesday.

The affected children are students of the tribal ashram school in Jambhulghat, Chimur.

“At least 70 to 80 students fell ill after drinking contaminated water in the school on Sunday. They complained of vomiting and dizziness. Eight students were admitted to a hospital in Chimur in serious condition. Six of them were discharged,” the official said.

Health department officials have examined the area and asked the Panchayat Samiti to replace the school's water source.

Further investigation is underway.