Goa, Jan. 1 -- Indore, Madhya Pradesh's bustling commercial hub, is reeling from a deadly contaminated water outbreak centred in Bhagirathpura. Seven people have died and 149 hospitalised over recent days after drinking tainted municipal supply, with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea, and dehydration.

The crisis traces to a pipeline leak under a toilet pit near a police check post, mixing sewage with Narmada-sourced water, despite resident complaints of foul taste from December 25. Authorities dug roads in Bhagirathpura for repairs, deployed tankers, and urged boiling water.

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav declared an emergency, announcing Rs.2 lakh per deceased family and free treatment. Amid criticism, Indore Municipal Corporation act...