Indore's Water Disaster Was No Accident
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
An Oil India Limited pipeline in Dibrugarh's Tingkhong area ruptured twice within 12 hours, spilling crude oil onto farmlands and fish ponds. Locals report dead fish and fire risks. Read more on the environmental impact and OIL's response.
Delayed replacement of ageing Narmada pipelines over 5 municipal tenures led to sewage-mixed water in Bhagirathpura, Indore. Officials promise action under AMRUT 2.0. Read details.
A robotic inspection in Bengaluru's Lingarajapuram traced water contamination to a 40-year-old rusted pipeline and a sewage leak. BWSSB is replacing pipes and advises residents to upgrade connections. Read more.
A BWSSB robot pinpointed a corroded pipeline as the source of water contamination in Lingarajapuram. The issue was identified on Monday morning, prompting immediate action.
Congress MLC Satej Patil alleges political tampering with Kalammawadi dam pipelines, seeks police bandobast. He refutes corruption charges, highlights project's success.
88 patients are being treated for typhoid in Gandhinagar amid a suspected water contamination crisis. Health officials confirm no deaths, with 45 already discharged. Read the latest updates.
A major fire broke out at an ONGC gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district. Watch the video of sky-high flames and thick black smoke. No casualties reported as emergency response continues.
A gas pipeline leak at an ONGC-operated well in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district ignited into a major fire. Officials confirm no injuries. Get the latest updates on the incident.
A major fire erupted at an ONGC-operated gas well in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district following a pipeline leak. No casualties reported. Read the full details on the incident and response.
Chandigarh police seized 200g heroin near the Punjab CM's high-security home, arresting two men from Uttar Pradesh. Read about the investigation into the interstate drug pipeline.
Over 100 suspected typhoid cases linked to water pipeline leakages in Gandhinagar. Amit Shah orders immediate repairs and medical aid. 94 patients currently hospitalized.
In Bhopal's Gond Basti, drinking water pipes run under sewage lanes. While one lab report found dangerous contamination, BMC later declared water safe. Residents face health risks daily. Read the full investigation.
Exposed water pipelines in Ranchi's drains pose severe contamination risks, raising fears of water-borne diseases. Residents demand urgent action from authorities. Read more.
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura mourn as contaminated water leads to deaths. Officials downplay the crisis, but locals demand truth and action. Read the full story.
The BEST bus driver involved in the fatal Bhandup accident has been sent to 14-day judicial custody. Four people died and ten were injured in the tragic incident. Read the latest updates.
Mayor Inderjit Kaur and MLA Daljit Singh Bhola Grewal inaugurated a 1.2-km water pipeline in Ludhiana's Subhash Nagar. Part of a Rs 1,300 crore World Bank-funded initiative, it aims to provide sustainable potable water. Read more about Punjab's infrastruc
The Indore water contamination tragedy, claiming 10 lives, could have been prevented if warnings from a BJP corporator in 2023 were heeded. Read the full investigation.
Mumbai police confirm the Bhandup accident was caused by driver error. The BEST bus driver pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, leading to four fatalities. Full details inside.
Indore water contamination tragedy claims 10 lives. BJP corporator Kamal Waghela had warned IMC in 2023 about old pipelines. Read the full report on ignored red flags.
A tragic mix-up of sewage and drinking water pipelines in Indore's Vijay Nagar area has claimed 10 lives. Authorities investigate the infrastructure failure and health crisis. Read the full report.
A lab report confirms sewage contamination in Indore's water supply caused a severe diarrhoea outbreak, killing 4 and hospitalising hundreds. Officials cite faulty construction. Read the full story.
Indore faces a severe diarrhoea outbreak in Bhagirathpura due to contaminated water. Mayor reports 10 deaths, while officials confirm 4. Over 1400 residents affected. Latest updates inside.
A lab report confirms a pipeline leak caused deadly water contamination in Indore. 13 dead, 200 hospitalised. Officials scramble to contain the crisis and ensure safe supply.
A series of ignored complaints about 'acid' and 'foul stench' in water preceded the Indore tragedy. Investigation reveals bureaucratic delays in fixing pipelines led to contamination and deaths.
After the fatal Bhandup accident, BEST Mumbai mandates alternative duties for drivers involved in crashes, enforces mandatory retraining, and reviews driver records to prioritize passenger and pedestrian safety.
Udupi MP Kota Shrinivas Poojary demands NHAI repair drinking water pipelines damaged during highway widening in Kundapur. The work has disrupted supply across multiple gram panchayats.
Surat Municipal Corporation officials reprimanded SITCO for damaging water and drainage pipelines during infrastructure projects, causing severe water supply disruptions for lakhs of residents. Read for details and official warnings.
Indore's sanitation scandal: 13 dead, 1000+ ill from poisoned water. A damaged pipeline allowed sewage into supply, raising serious questions about India's cleanest city model. Read the full investigation.
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