There has been a significant improvement in the situation in Indore’s Bhagirathpura area after a water contamination crisis led to a diarrhoea outbreak and multiple deaths. The number of patients admitted to hospitals has continued to decrease for the third consecutive day, with 54 patients currently admitted, down from 99 the previous day. Nine patients are in Intensive Care Units, a decrease from 17 critical cases reported earlier.
Following contaminated drinking water supplied by the Indore Municipal Corporation triggering the outbreak, 437 people have been admitted for treatment in various city hospitals. Out of these, 381 patients have been discharged as of Wednesday. The municipal corporation has repaired leaks in the Narmada water pipelines, the suspected source of contamination due to sewage mixing, and is conducting regular water testing.
Narmada water supply resumed on Wednesday for testing purposes only, and residents are advised against using tap water until further notice. Indore District Collector Shivam Verma and IMC Commissioner Kshitij Singhal inspected the area, tested water from the Narmada pipeline, and interacted with locals. Verma emphasized the need to keep home taps closed and avoid using water, with tankers supplying water for boiling and filtering before consumption.
Families of the 18 deceased have received Rs 2 lakh each in compensation. The list includes Avyan Sahu, a five-month-old who reportedly died after consuming contaminated water. Nine women from the list were admitted to hospitals, with most passing away during treatment.
