Patna: At least 12 children fell ill on Saturday after having their mid-day meal at a government school in Bihar’s Sitamarhi district, officials said.

All of them were admitted to a government-run primary health centre and are said to be out of danger. The kids complained of uneasiness after the meal at the Madhmepur middle school in Sursand block, a district official said.

Samples of the meal were collected by police.

The official said some children informed authorities that a “snake-like reptile” was found in the meal.

“It may be true or a rumour. I have asked a district official to inquire into it and submit a report soon,” he said.