Rahul Gandhi Visits Indore to Support Families Affected by Contaminated Water Crisis
Rahul Gandhi's Visit to Indore
On Saturday, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi arrived in Indore, where he met with families who lost loved ones due to the contaminated water crisis. As the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, he also visited Bombay Hospital to speak with patients suffering from the effects of polluted water and their families, who are currently receiving treatment there. This visit aimed to express solidarity with the affected families and to gain a better understanding of the ground realities.
Gandhi also toured the Bhagirathpura area to meet with families impacted by the contaminated water incident.
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The Congress party shared a post announcing Rahul Gandhi's arrival in Indore, where he would meet with those affected by the contaminated water crisis. Jitu Patwari, the President of the Madhya Pradesh Congress, accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of engaging in "politics of blame-shifting." In a conversation with a news agency, he stated that if the BJP, which has governed Madhya Pradesh for over 20 years, cannot empathize with those who have lost family members, then Rahul Gandhi certainly will.
Patwari mentioned that approximately 24-25 individuals have died due to toxic water in Indore. He criticized the Madhya Pradesh government, the cabinet, and the Chief Minister for being embroiled in blame politics. The BJP has been in power in the state for over two decades, with the municipal corporation in Indore being led by the BJP for nearly 25 years and the constituency represented by a BJP MP for over 30 years. Despite this, they have failed to provide clean drinking water, resulting in loss of life. If the BJP cannot understand this pain, Rahul Gandhi will.
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He further stated that in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new India, where even drinking water is not accessible, questions should be raised across the nation. On this occasion, the Congress will demand justice and solutions to ensure clean air and drinking water in Indore. The incident of water contamination in Bhagirathpura has drawn widespread condemnation, as it has claimed many lives and affected numerous families. Previously, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced financial assistance of 2 lakh rupees for the families of the deceased and free treatment for all affected individuals.