In response to people affected by suspected contaminated water in Indore’s Bhagirathpura, the Madhya Pradesh government has appointed over two dozen administrative and revenue officials. Fourteen Tehsildars have been assigned to enhance coordination between hospitals and the health department, along with the appointment of ten Patwaris.
More than 100 individuals have fallen ill due to consuming contaminated water, receiving treatment in over 15 hospitals, including private healthcare facilities in Indore. Each hospital now has an administrative official (Tehsildar) overseeing coordination efforts.
The death toll has reached eight in this incident, with 36 individuals discharged so far. Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava mentioned that the health department will provide official figures soon, with over 116 individuals reported ill.
Following the incident, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed sorrow, paid respects to the deceased, and wished a swift recovery to those under treatment. Strict actions have been taken against responsible officials, including the suspension of Zonal Officer Shaligram Sitole and Assistant Engineer Yogesh Joshi, and the dismissal of In-charge Sub-Engineer (PHE) Shubham Shrivastava.
Moreover, a three-member committee, led by IAS officer Navjeevan Panwar, has been formed to investigate the matter. The committee includes Superintendent Engineer Pradeep Nigam and Associate Professor Dr. Shailesh Rai from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore.
