Contaminated Water Crisis Sparks Action in Madhya Pradesh

A six-member committee will investigate contaminated drinking water in Madhya Pradesh after fatal outbreaks in Indore. The National Green Tribunal mandates government accountability and comprehensive measures to ensure clean water, urging improvements in infrastructure and prevention strategies.

A serious public health crisis emerged in Madhya Pradesh as the National Green Tribunal (NGT) announced a high-level inquiry into the supply of contaminated drinking water, particularly after fatal outbreaks in Indore.

A six-member committee, comprising experts from IIT Indore, the Central Pollution Control Board, and state departments, has been formed to assess the situation and report within six weeks.

The NGT has emphasized immediate compliance across the state to ensure water safety, outlining measures like chlorination and infrastructure upgrades to prevent further contamination and ensure clean water access.

(With inputs from agencies.)