Archive · 23 Jul 2026
NGT reviews Indore water contamination case
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is looking into the steps being taken to fix water contamination problems in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has already set up a commission to find out who is responsible for a recent water contamination incident that caused many people to get sick and even led to some deaths.
The NGT is also concerned about similar issues in other parts of the state.
They have asked for reports and responses from the relevant authorities and will hear the matter again in September.
The NGT is reviewing steps taken to address water contamination in Indore.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has set up a commission to investigate the Bhagirathpura water contamination incident.
The High Court has directed measures to ensure safe drinking water supply, including regular water quality monitoring and testing.
The NGT is addressing broader concerns about drinking water supply and contamination across Madhya Pradesh.
The matter has been posted for further hearing on September 16.
- Who
- National Green Tribunal (NGT) and Madhya Pradesh High Court
- What
- Review of steps taken to address water contamination in Indore
- When
- July 23
- Where
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To ensure safe drinking water supply and address contamination issues
High Court's Actions
NGT's Role
Jurisdiction
High Court's Actions
The Madhya Pradesh High Court is handling specific issues related to Indore's water supply and contamination.
NGT's Role
The NGT is addressing broader concerns about drinking water supply and contamination across Madhya Pradesh.
- Date
- July 23
- Location
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Incident
- Bhagirathpura drinking water contamination
- Casualties
- 22 lives lost
- NGT Bench
- Central Zone bench, Bhopal
- High Court Bench
- Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court
- Next Hearing
- September 16
