Indore Water Contamination Tragedy: 6-Month-Old Infant Dies, Mother Says He Was 'Born After 10 Years Of Prayers'
The death of a six-month-old baby in Indore has sparked outrage and deep concern among residents, who allege that contaminated drinking water and prolonged civic negligence are responsible for the tragedy.
The infant, a resident of Marathi Mohalla in the Bhagirathpura area of Madhya Pradesh’s Indore city, reportedly fell critically ill after being fed milk mixed with water supplied to the household. According to the family, the baby began suffering from severe vomiting and diarrhoea soon after consumption.
He was initially taken to a government hospital for treatment. As his condition worsened, the family shifted him to a private hospital, where doctors later declared him dead.
The child’s mother, Sadhna Sahu, was inconsolable as she spoke about her loss. “My child is gone… who knows how many more innocent lives will be lost,” she said, breaking down. She also shared that the baby had been born after ten years of prayers, making the loss even more heartbreaking for the family.
Sahu alleged that residents of the area had repeatedly complained about the quality of water supplied to their homes. Despite this, authorities failed to act. “Dirty canal like water” continued to flow from taps, she claimed, leaving families worried about their health and safety.
The family’s fears have only grown as Sahu’s 10-year-old daughter has now started complaining of stomach pain. The family believes her illness may also be linked to the contaminated water supply.
The infant’s death comes amid a wider water contamination scare in the Bhagirathpura belt. According to official data, 149 patients are currently undergoing treatment across 27 hospitals in Indore. At least eight deaths have been reported so far in cases suspected to be caused by water-borne illnesses. Those affected include children, adults, and elderly residents.
Locals allege that complaints made to the Indore Municipal Corporation went unanswered for days, allowing the situation to spiral out of control.
Taking cognisance of the matter, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has ordered strict action. The municipal corporation has suspended the zonal officer and an assistant engineer pending an inquiry. The state government has also announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased.
Meanwhile, the health department has intensified chlorination efforts in affected localities, and water tankers have been deployed to ensure the supply of safe drinking water as investigations continue.
The infant, a resident of Marathi Mohalla in the Bhagirathpura area of Madhya Pradesh’s Indore city, reportedly fell critically ill after being fed milk mixed with water supplied to the household. According to the family, the baby began suffering from severe vomiting and diarrhoea soon after consumption.
He was initially taken to a government hospital for treatment. As his condition worsened, the family shifted him to a private hospital, where doctors later declared him dead.
The child’s mother, Sadhna Sahu, was inconsolable as she spoke about her loss. “My child is gone… who knows how many more innocent lives will be lost,” she said, breaking down. She also shared that the baby had been born after ten years of prayers, making the loss even more heartbreaking for the family.
Sahu alleged that residents of the area had repeatedly complained about the quality of water supplied to their homes. Despite this, authorities failed to act. “Dirty canal like water” continued to flow from taps, she claimed, leaving families worried about their health and safety.
The family’s fears have only grown as Sahu’s 10-year-old daughter has now started complaining of stomach pain. The family believes her illness may also be linked to the contaminated water supply.
The infant’s death comes amid a wider water contamination scare in the Bhagirathpura belt. According to official data, 149 patients are currently undergoing treatment across 27 hospitals in Indore. At least eight deaths have been reported so far in cases suspected to be caused by water-borne illnesses. Those affected include children, adults, and elderly residents.
Locals allege that complaints made to the Indore Municipal Corporation went unanswered for days, allowing the situation to spiral out of control.
Taking cognisance of the matter, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has ordered strict action. The municipal corporation has suspended the zonal officer and an assistant engineer pending an inquiry. The state government has also announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased.
Meanwhile, the health department has intensified chlorination efforts in affected localities, and water tankers have been deployed to ensure the supply of safe drinking water as investigations continue.
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