Indore water deaths controversy has intensified after Congress leader Jitu Patwari launched a sharp attack on the BJP government. The issue relates to deaths caused by contaminated water in Indore’s Bhagirthpura area. Patwari termed the incident a “government killing” and accused the administration of corruption and arrogance.
Speaking to the media, the Madhya Pradesh Congress president said people earlier died due to spurious liquor. He claimed BJP rule has now forced citizens to die after drinking poisoned water. He asserted that the Congress will approach the High Court seeking justice for the victims.
Patwari alleged that tenders for a new water pipeline were cleared in 2022. However, disputes over commission sharing and contractor stakes stalled the project. As a result, authorities never laid the pipeline. He further claimed the Pollution Control Board warned about water contamination in 2017. Despite this, officials allegedly ignored the report.
Holding senior leaders accountable, Patwari demanded immediate dismissal of cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya. He also sought an FIR against Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava. He called for criminal cases against the municipal commissioner and the local councillor.
Patwari said Indore contributes nearly 20 percent to Madhya Pradesh’s economy. Despite this, the city receives little development support. He questioned how residents still die without clean water. He urged Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to act firmly against corrupt officials.
