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Rahul Gandhi Visits Families After Indore Water Crisis
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Indore to meet families affected by a water contamination incident that led to multiple deaths and widespread illness in parts of the city. He interacted with bereaved families and patients undergoing treatment, offering condolences and support.
Visit to Affected Areas and Hospitals
During his visit, Gandhi went to hospitals where residents were admitted with symptoms linked to contaminated drinking water, including vomiting and diarrhoea. He later visited the affected locality to speak with families who lost relatives, listening to their accounts of the incident and its impact.
Call for Accountability
Gandhi criticised the authorities over the incident, saying the tragedy highlighted failures in ensuring access to safe drinking water. He urged accountability and corrective action to prevent similar incidents, stressing that clean water is a basic public health requirement.
Situation on Ground
The contamination incident triggered a public health response, with medical teams deployed and water supply measures reviewed. Local administration said steps were being taken to contain the situation, ensure safe water distribution, and provide assistance to affected families.
