Uma Bharti Slams Govt Over Indore Water Tragedy, Calls ₹2 Lakh Compensation Insufficient

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Moneycontrol•02-01-2026, 12:52
Uma Bharti Slams Govt Over Indore Water Tragedy, Calls ₹2 Lakh Compensation Insufficient
- •BJP leader Uma Bharti criticized her own government after 10 confirmed deaths from contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura.
- •Bharti called the ₹2 lakh compensation for victims' families insufficient, stating "a life's worth is not ₹2 lakh," and demanded severe punishment for culprits.
- •The tragedy, caused by a pipeline leak near a toilet, has affected over 1,400 people, with 201 still hospitalized and 32 in ICU.
- •Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced ₹2 lakh aid for deceased families and free treatment for all patients.
- •Indore, known as India's cleanest city, faces "shame and disgrace" due to the outbreak, according to Bharti.
Why It Matters: Uma Bharti criticizes government's handling of Indore water tragedy and compensation for victims.
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