Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Indore’s Bhagirathpura area in Madhya Pradesh to express solidarity with families impacted by contaminated drinking water. He emphasized that his visit aimed to address the suffering of those affected, not for political gain. Responding to BJP’s accusations of politicizing the issue, Gandhi reiterated his commitment to standing with the affected people.
Leaders from the BJP, including Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, criticized Gandhi for allegedly using the situation for political motives. In response, Gandhi condemned the BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government for its failure to ensure safe drinking water, highlighting the deaths and illnesses caused by the contamination.
During his visit, Gandhi met with affected families in Bhagirathpura, where he pledged to advocate for increased compensation on behalf of the Congress party. He also raised concerns about the lack of safe drinking water and clean air in the Smart City project, pointing out similar challenges in other cities.
Gandhi underscored the government’s accountability in addressing the crisis, questioning the lack of responsibility for the deaths resulting from inadequate water quality. He criticized the state government for its failure to provide essential services and called for accountability in ensuring public safety.
Madhya Pradesh Congress Chief Jitu Patwari later announced that affected families in Bhagirathpura received financial assistance from Gandhi and other party members. The state government also provided compensation to families affected by the tragic incident, acknowledging the severity of the situation.
