Urban Wastewater Management: A Crisis and a Call for Reform
On 1st January 2026, a report by Mahatma Gandhi Memorial (MGM) Medical College exposed a grave public health concern in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, revealing that 26 water samples from the city’s supply were contaminated with sewage, following an incident in which at least 8 people died and over 3000 were hospitalised after consuming polluted water.
- This highlights a crisis in urban water management that extends beyond Indore, reflecting challenges faced by cities across India.
Status of Urban Wastewater in India
- India’s urban centres generate approximately 72,368 million litres per day (MLD) of wastewater, but only about 28% is treated, leaving 72% ....
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