Health Crisis in Ahmedabad: Hundreds Fall Ill Due to Contaminated Water Supply

A serious health crisis has unfolded in Ahmedabad's Ghatlodia area, where hundreds of residents have reported illnesses linked to contaminated drinking water. Symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting have been prevalent, prompting local authorities to investigate the source of the contamination. Initial complaints about foul-smelling water were reportedly ignored, leading to a rapid increase in cases. The municipal corporation has identified several high-risk zones and is actively monitoring the situation. Residents are advised to drink only boiled or purified water and seek medical attention if they experience symptoms. The situation remains under close watch as health services are deployed in affected areas.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 4, 2026, 21:46 IST

Health Emergency in Ahmedabad's Ghatlodia Area

A troubling situation has emerged in the Ghatlodia locality of Ahmedabad, where hundreds of residents have fallen ill over the past four days. Symptoms reported include diarrhea, vomiting, and various gastrointestinal issues. According to local residents and municipal authorities, the health crisis is believed to stem from contaminated drinking water.

Residents from several housing societies in Ghatlodia began complaining about foul-smelling and dirty water starting Friday. However, locals allege that their initial complaints were not taken seriously. As a result, the situation worsened, leading to a significant number of people becoming ill.

Reports indicate that a damaged pipeline caused sewage to mix with the Narmada drinking water supply, resulting in contaminated water reaching homes in various areas. The municipal corporation initiated repair work late at night, but when water supply resumed on Sunday morning, residents still reported unpleasant odors in the water, necessitating further repairs.

Banchanidhi Pani, the commissioner of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, stated that approximately 50 cases have been recorded at the outpatient department so far. Most patients received initial treatment and were sent home. He assured that the situation is currently under control, with health department teams continuously monitoring the affected areas.

Notably, the Akanksha Apartment complex has been one of the hardest-hit areas. Society president Rakeshbhai Patel claimed that around 500 residents have fallen ill. He explained that the mixing of sewage water with Narmada drinking water occurred due to a broken drainage line, affecting at least one person in nearly every household.

Similarly, the Navratna Avenue Society reported that about 200 individuals have fallen ill over the past four days. In the Vande Mataram Flats, around 100 out of 200 residents have experienced symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting. Additionally, approximately 50 residents from 28 bungalows in the Vinayak Bungalow area are also reported to be unwell.

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has already identified over 26 areas in the city as high-risk zones, with ongoing monitoring in place. The health department has urged residents to consume only boiled or purified water and to seek medical advice immediately if they experience any health issues. The administration is closely observing the situation and providing necessary health services in the affected areas.