Indore continues to face confusion over the number of deaths caused by contaminated drinking water in the Bhagirthpura area. Different claims from the state government, civic authorities, and residents have intensified public concern.
On Wednesday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said four people died after consuming polluted water. Soon after, Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava stated that seven deaths had occurred. Local residents, however, claimed the toll had reached 13, including a six-month-old child.
Health issues surfaced nearly a week ago when diarrhoea and vomiting cases rose sharply in Bhagirthpura. Officials said an initial investigation showed sewage water mixed with the drinking water supply due to a pipeline leak. This contamination triggered the outbreak.
Urban Development Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya said 1,400 to 1,500 residents fell ill. About 200 patients required hospital admission. Doctors reported that most patients were stable and improving.
Vijayvargiya acknowledged the conflicting death figures. He said officials confirmed four deaths but received information about eight or nine fatalities locally. Authorities will verify all claims. The government will provide financial assistance to families of confirmed victims.
Officials repaired the damaged pipeline and restored water supply on Thursday. Teams collected fresh water samples for laboratory testing. Monitoring continues across the affected locality.
