Indore” Contaminated drinking water has caused another death in the Bhagirathpura area of Indore, consistently ranked number one in cleanliness. With the death of another elderly person on Friday evening, the death toll in this water tragedy has risen to 31. The deceased has been identified as 72-year-old Eknath Suryavanshi. He had been hospitalized for nearly a month, spending 20-25 days on a ventilator, battling for his life. The illness, which began with vomiting and diarrhea, severely affected his kidneys and liver. Following this death, two patients remain in critical condition at the hospital—one on a ventilator and one in the ICU. Overall, more than 450 people have already been admitted to the area due to the infection, while 8-10 patients are currently undergoing treatment at various hospitals.
What is the matter?
In Bhagirathpura, a leak in the drinking water line along with a drainage/sewer line contaminated the water. This led to problems like diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and severe organ failure. Initially, there were seven deaths, but the number has now risen to 31. The Municipal Corporation has now announced high-tech monitoring of drainage and drinking water lines, but affected families say this is coming too late.
political uproar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the hospital on January 17th to meet with the families of the victims and inquire about their well-being. Congress state president Jitu Patwari has accused the corporation and the government of negligence and has announced a protest in Indore on February 3rd.
The administration claims
The Municipal Commissioner and Mayor have stated that the supply of contaminated water has been stopped and clean water is being delivered to the affected areas by tankers. Water sample testing has also been increased. This tragedy is raising questions about Indore’s clean image. Locals are now demanding safe drinking water and strict action against the culprits.
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