At least four people have died, and more than 149 have been hospitalised in Indore after consuming contaminated water, prompting the state administration to step up emergency measures. Indore District Magistrate Shivam Verma said that treatment is being provided to all affected individuals as per the Chief Minister`s directions. He said approximately 149 people are currently hospitalised, with their conditions being closely monitored.

The District Magistrate said survey teams are conducting door-to-door checks to identify more affected persons and prevent further spread of illness. He added that nearly 2,700 houses had been surveyed till Tuesday, and the exercise is being extended to nearby areas as well. ANM and ASHA workers are also visiting households and distributing ORS packets to residents as a preventive measure.