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FIR Against Meesho After Gurugram Teen Dies From Online Chemical Purchase
Police have registered a case against the e-commerce platform Meesho following the death of a teenager in Gurugram who consumed a toxic chemical purchased through the app. Investigators allege the substance was ordered using a false identity linked to a Surat resident.
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Authorities in Gurugram have launched a formal investigation into the death of a minor who consumed a poisonous chemical obtained through online marketplace Meesho. The First Information Report was filed after police determined that the hazardous substance had been purchased on the platform.
During their probe, investigators found that the teenager had placed the order using credentials belonging to an individual based in Surat, Gujarat. The use of another person's identity to complete the transaction has raised questions about the platform's verification procedures and oversight mechanisms for potentially dangerous goods.
The incident highlights growing concerns about the sale of hazardous chemicals through e-commerce channels with minimal regulatory safeguards. Authorities are examining whether Meesho's systems adequately screen for prohibited or dangerous substances, and whether stronger identity verification protocols could have prevented the tragedy.
The case comes as regulators across India intensify scrutiny of online marketplaces over product safety and accountability. Police said the investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the purchase and delivery of the chemical.