
Indore's District Collector Shivam Verma reported that approximately 5,000 homes have been surveyed following a water contamination crisis in Bhagirathpura. Chlorine dosing has been completed in all borewells, and water samples have been collected for testing. Currently, 149 people remain hospitalized, with 205 having recovered. The incident has led to widespread criticism, with reports indicating 'sewer bacteria' in the water and rising diarrhea deaths. The mayor announced a city-wide water supply survey and a 48-hour resolution for leak complaints.
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