Madhya Pradesh High Court, in a hearing on Indore’s water contamination case, raised concerns over the state government’s report stating four deaths and demanded a fresh report by January 15. The court emphasized the government’s insensitivity towards the health crisis in Indore and sought the Chief Secretary’s response at the next hearing.
The divisional bench, consisting of Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla and Justice Alok Awasthi, expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s report and summoned the Chief Secretary to appear via video conferencing on January 15. Advocates representing Public Interest Litigations highlighted the seriousness of the situation, accusing the government of neglecting the health issues in Indore.
Senior advocate Ajay Bagadiya made a serious allegation during the hearing, claiming that newly appointed IAS officers were sent to Indore by the state government, treating the city poorly. The court, responding to demands for clarity on casualties due to contaminated water, stressed the gravity of the drinking water crisis in Indore, stating it poses a significant threat to public health.
