Veteran Congress leader Digvijaya Singh expressed worry about the rise in skin diseases among children in Betul district, linked to contaminated water. In Danvakheda village, itching (scabies) cases have surged, affecting at least 20 children along with other common illnesses. Singh urged immediate action from authorities after a similar outbreak occurred six months ago, resulting in fatalities due to contaminated water.
Upon being informed, Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh voiced distress over the situation, emphasizing that innocent children were falling ill due to the water quality issue. Despite the administration organizing a medical camp for affected children, Singh criticized the lack of preventive measures taken by authorities. He highlighted the failure to address the issue promptly, despite it being noticed a week earlier, leading to no significant improvement.
Singh demanded swift action from the state government and district administration to ensure clean drinking water for the villagers. He stressed that providing safe water is a fundamental government responsibility and any negligence is unacceptable. The senior leader called for immediate arrangements for clean water in the village, emphasizing the need to identify and rectify sources of contamination promptly.
