Rahul Gandhi Slams Government Over Indore Water Crisis: 'A Failing Urban Model'

Rahul Gandhi criticized the government for the contaminated water crisis in Indore, labeling it a failure of urban governance. During his visit, he met affected families, underscored clean water as a public right, and demanded accountability from the authorities while rejecting claims that his visit was politically motivated.

Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, accused the government of negligence for the water contamination crisis in Indore, one of India's cleanest cities. He described the incident as a failure of the urban model, advocating for clean water as a fundamental public right while demanding accountability.

Gandhi visited affected families in Indore's Bhagirathpura, where a vomiting and diarrhea outbreak occurred due to water contamination. Labeling Indore a 'model smart city', he questioned the lack of clean water, blaming governmental neglect for the fatalities. His visit came amid criticism from the ruling BJP, which he dismissed as politically charged.

Accompanied by local Congress leaders, Gandhi extended financial aid to families of victims and challenged the administration to provide adequate compensation and support. A government report acknowledged fewer deaths than locals claim, but Gandhi insists on a permanent solution for clean water supply and stringent action against responsible parties.