E. coli bacteria, indicative of sewage contamination, has been detected in groundwater samples from several areas in Bhopal, India. This follows a recent incident in Indore where contaminated water led to 20 deaths. Bhopal Municipal Corporation has prohibited groundwater use in affected zones and is intensifying water quality monitoring, assuring residents that the piped water supply remains safe. The corporation is replacing or diverting supply lines to ensure safe water delivery and is testing water from source to tap.