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Child's Death Ignites Call for Safe Water, Hygiene Overhaul
8 Feb
Summary
- Mayor ordered immediate review of sanitation and water safety after an 8-year-old girl's death.
- Mauli Jagran residents reported prolonged issues with contaminated, irregular water supply.
- Rise in water-borne diseases observed, with multiple tubewells non-functional.
The recent death of an eight-year-old girl in Mauli Jagran has led to an urgent call for comprehensive reviews of sanitation and drinking water safety in the affected area. Mayor Saurabh Joshi expressed deep concern, emphasizing that access to clean water and hygienic conditions is paramount.
Residents have reported persistent problems with contaminated and irregular water supply, including muddy, foul-smelling water and frequent disruptions. Overflowing sewage lines and inadequate sanitation have further heightened the risk of disease outbreaks.
Medical practitioners have noted an increase in water-borne illnesses such as jaundice and typhoid. The crisis escalated as local tubewells reportedly became non-functional, forcing reliance on unsafe water sources.
