Indore Water Tragedy | Indore Contaminated Water Crisis: What Went Wrong And How To Stay Safe

Indore is facing a public health emergency in early 2026 after contaminated drinking water in Bhagirathpura led to 9 deaths and over 200 hospital admissions. Residents reported foul-smelling, discolored water, followed by vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration, and high fever. Early assessments suggest sewage mixing with municipal water caused the outbreak. NDTV’s Anurag Dwary explains the crisis in detail, highlighting the urgent need for safe water supply systems and vigilant monitoring.