Madhya Pradesh's Rural Water Crisis: 18 Dead in Indore, Millions Drink Poison

• Over 18 people died and 100+ hospitalized in Indore due to contaminated drinking water, declared a "Public Health Emergency" by High Court.
• Central government's Jal Jeevan Mission report reveals 36.7% of rural water in Madhya Pradesh is unfit for human consumption.
• Only 12% of water samples in government hospitals met microbiological standards, compared to a national average of 83.1%.
• 26.7% of water samples from schools failed quality tests, posing a severe health threat to children.
• Tribal districts like Anuppur and Dindori have 0% safe water, with central government warning of reduced financial aid.

Why It Matters: Madhya Pradesh faces a severe water crisis with widespread contamination, leading to deaths and a public health emergency.