32 fall ill after drinking contaminated water in Indore

Indore | Desk: At least 32 people have fallen ill after drinking contaminated water in the Bhagirathpura area of ​​Indore, the country's cleanest city. All the patients have been admitted to various hospitals in the city after complaining of vomiting and diarrhea.

Considering the seriousness of the incident, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has issued strict instructions to the Indore administration to ensure prompt and quality treatment for all the patients.

Indore's Chief Medical and Health Officer, Dr. Madhav Prasad Hasani, said that these patients have come forward from the Bhagirathpura area in the last few days.

Local residents allege that their health deteriorated after drinking Narmada river water supplied through taps by the municipal corporation.

On this matter, Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava said that water samples have been sent for testing, and the situation will become clear only after the report is received within 48 hours.

It is worth noting that Indore depends on the Narmada river for its water supply, which is brought through pipelines from Jalood, located about 80 kilometers away. Currently, the administration is awaiting the report, and precautionary measures are being taken in the affected area. (Symbolic Photo)